To pronounce "forthrightness", say FORTHR-ightn-ess — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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FORTHR-ightn-ess
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"forthrightness" has 3 syllables: forthr-ightn-ess. It rhymes with politeness and tightness, if that helps it stick.
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"Forthrightness" has 3 syllables: forthr · ightn · ess.
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