How to Pronounce Forthright

To pronounce "forthright", say FORTHR-ight — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfɔːθˌɹaɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈfɔːθˌɹaɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “forthright”

"forthright" has 2 syllables: forthr-ight. It rhymes with insight and light, if that helps it stick.

What does forthright mean?

noun

  1. A straight path.

adjective

  1. Straightforward, not evasive, candid and direct.

    “The witness was considered eminently credible thanks to her forthright answers.”

  2. Frank, outspoken.

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Words that rhyme with forthright

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

insightlightcontriteincitedelighteruditebrighttwilightreconditeplightacolytespite

Related words

plainspokenfrankdirectfree-spokenoutspokencandidbluntsquarely

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "forthright"?▾

"Forthright" has 2 syllables: forthr · ight.

What is the IPA transcription of "forthright"?▾

The IPA transcription of "forthright" is /ˈfɔːθˌɹaɪt/.

What does "forthright" mean?▾

Forthright: A straight path.

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