How to Pronounce Forfeit

To pronounce "forfeit", say FORF-eit — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfɔː.fɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈfɔː.fɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “forfeit”

"forfeit" has 2 syllables: forf-eit.

What does forfeit mean?

noun

  1. A penalty for or consequence of a misdemeanor.
  2. A thing forfeited; that which is taken from somebody in requital of a misdeed committed; that which is lost, or the right to which is alienated, by a crime, breach of contract, etc.

    “He who murders pays the forfeit of his own life.”

verb

  1. To suffer the loss of something by wrongdoing or non-compliance

    “He forfeited his last chance of an early release from jail by repeatedly attacking another inmate.”

  2. To lose a contest, game, match, or other form of competition by voluntary withdrawal, by failing to attend or participate, or by violation of the rules

    “Because only nine players were present, the football team was forced to forfeit the game.”

adjective

  1. Lost or alienated for an offense or crime; liable to penal seizure.

Synonyms

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Related words

forfeiturewaiveconfiscateforgolostrendersacrificesurrender

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "forfeit"?▾

"Forfeit" has 2 syllables: forf · eit.

What is the IPA transcription of "forfeit"?▾

The IPA transcription of "forfeit" is /ˈfɔː.fɪt/.

What does "forfeit" mean?▾

Forfeit: A penalty for or consequence of a misdemeanor.

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