How to Pronounce Forth

To pronounce "forth", say FORTH — one syllable, IPA /fɔːθ/. 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

/fɔːθ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “forth”

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

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

What does forth mean?

adverb

  1. Forward in time, place or degree.
  2. Out into view; from a particular place or position.

    “The plants in spring put forth leaves.”

preposition

  1. Forth from; out of.

Synonyms

fromward

Words that rhyme with forth

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

swarththenceforthhenceforthnorthnjorthorth-warth

Related words

forwardonwardawayoffaheadforwardsbackthrough

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "forth"?▾

"Forth" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "forth"?▾

The IPA transcription of "forth" is /fɔːθ/.

What does "forth" mean?▾

Forth: Forward in time, place or degree.

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