How to Pronounce Form

To pronounce "form", say FORM — one syllable, IPA /fɔːm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/fɔːm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “form”

"form" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with warm and transform, if that helps it stick.

What does form mean?

noun

  1. (heading, physical) To do with shape.
  2. (social) To do with structure or procedure.

verb

  1. To assume (a certain shape or visible structure).

    “When you kids form a straight line I'll hand out the lollies.”

  2. To give (a shape or visible structure) to a thing or person.

    “Roll out the dough to form a thin sheet.”

Synonyms

f.formularconfigurationmakeupgradecastcookie cuttermoldcomposemake up

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Words that rhyme with form

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

warmtransformstormconformswarmuniformperformfirestormplatforminformnormlukewarm

Related words

configurationbuildframepatternorganizeshapesortmake

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "form"?▾

"Form" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "form"?▾

The IPA transcription of "form" is /fɔːm/.

What does "form" mean?▾

Form: (heading, physical) To do with shape.

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