How to Pronounce Forgot

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/fəˈɡɒt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “forgot”

"forgot" has 2 syllables: forg-ot. It rhymes with fraught and distraught, if that helps it stick.

What does forgot mean?

verb

  1. To lose remembrance of.

    “I have forgotten most of the things I learned in school.”

  2. To unintentionally not do, neglect.

    “I forgot to buy flowers for my wife at our 14th wedding anniversary.”

Synonyms

disrememberobliviateoverlookpass over

Antonyms

acquirelearnmindrecallrecollectremember

Words that rhyme with forgot

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fraughtdistraughttautonslaughthottrotknotoverwroughtthoughtblotnoughtspot

Related words

didlostforsakenmissfailedneglectedmisrememberingleft

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "forgot"?▾

"Forgot" has 2 syllables: forg · ot.

What is the IPA transcription of "forgot"?▾

The IPA transcription of "forgot" is /fəˈɡɒt/.

What does "forgot" mean?▾

Forgot: To lose remembrance of.

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