How to Pronounce Forgo

To pronounce "forgo", say FORG-o — 2 syllables, IPA /fɔːˈɡəʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/fɔːˈɡəʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “forgo”

"forgo" has 2 syllables: forg-o. It rhymes with apropos and show, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: forego — easy to mix up when writing.

What does forgo mean?

verb

  1. To let pass, to leave alone, to let go.
  2. To do without, to abandon, to renounce.

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Words that rhyme with forgo

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

aproposshowflowfallowalthoughlowbestowglowafterglowthrowgrottobeau

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "forgo"?▾

"Forgo" has 2 syllables: forg · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "forgo"?▾

The IPA transcription of "forgo" is /fɔːˈɡəʊ/.

What does "forgo" mean?▾

Forgo: To let pass, to leave alone, to let go.

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