How to Pronounce Foreword

To pronounce "foreword", say FOR-ew-ord — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈfɔɹwɚd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈfɔɹwɚd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “foreword”

"foreword" has 3 syllables: for-ew-ord. It rhymes with absurd and spurred, if that helps it stick.

What does foreword mean?

noun

An introductory section preceding the main text of a book or other document; a preface or introduction.

Synonyms

forespeech foretalk introduction preamble preface

Antonyms

afterword conclusion endsay epilogue last word postamble

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Words that rhyme with foreword

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absurd spurred stirred conferred interred nerd demurred purred preferred deferred inferred concurred

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "foreword"?▾

"Foreword" has 3 syllables: for · ew · ord.

What is the IPA transcription of "foreword"?▾

The IPA transcription of "foreword" is /ˈfɔɹwɚd/.

What does "foreword" mean?▾

Foreword: An introductory section preceding the main text of a book or other document; a preface or introduction.

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