How to Pronounce Forms

To pronounce "forms", say FORMS — one syllable, IPA /fɔːmz/. 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

/fɔːmz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “forms”

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

What does forms 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

Words that rhyme with forms

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

normsperformsdormsplatformswarmsconformscoliformsormescormsswarmstransformsbrainstorms

Related words

configurationbuildframepatternorganizeshapesortmake

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "forms"?▾

"Forms" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "forms"?▾

The IPA transcription of "forms" is /fɔːmz/.

What does "forms" mean?▾

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

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