How to Pronounce Forethought

To pronounce "forethought", say FOR-eth-ought — 3 syllables, IPA /fɔː(ɹ)ˈθɔːt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/fɔː(ɹ)ˈθɔːt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “forethought”

"forethought" has 3 syllables: for-eth-ought. It rhymes with fraught and distraught, if that helps it stick.

What does forethought mean?

verb

To plan (something) in advance; think, consider, or contrive beforehand; prognosticate.
To think about beforehand; to anticipate.

noun

Thinking beforehand or in advance, planning; prior or previous consideration; premeditation.
“With a little forethought we'd have planned for this contingency and not been stuck here now.”
Anticipation.

adjective

Thought of, or planned, beforehand.

Synonyms

aforethought premeditated

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Words that rhyme with forethought

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fraught distraught taut onslaught hot trot knot overwrought thought blot nought spot

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "forethought"?▾

"Forethought" has 3 syllables: for · eth · ought.

What is the IPA transcription of "forethought"?▾

The IPA transcription of "forethought" is /fɔː(ɹ)ˈθɔːt/.

What does "forethought" mean?▾

Forethought: To plan (something) in advance; think, consider, or contrive beforehand; prognosticate.

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