How to Pronounce Fortnight

To pronounce "fortnight", say FORTN-ight — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfɔːt.naɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈfɔːt.naɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fortnight”

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

What does fortnight mean?

noun

  1. A period of 2 weeks.

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Words that rhyme with fortnight

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

insightlightcontriteincitedelighteruditebrighttwilightreconditeforthrightplightacolyte

Related words

bi-weeklyweekhalfzhoufifteenhalf-monthbiweeklyhalfmonth

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fortnight"?▾

"Fortnight" has 2 syllables: fortn · ight.

What is the IPA transcription of "fortnight"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fortnight" is /ˈfɔːt.naɪt/.

What does "fortnight" mean?▾

Fortnight: A period of 2 weeks.

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