How to Pronounce Forts

To pronounce "forts", say FORTS — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “forts”

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

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

What does forts mean?

noun

  1. A fortified defensive structure stationed with troops.
  2. Any permanent army post.

verb

  1. To create a fort, fortifications, a strong point, or a redoubt.

Synonyms

bastionbulwarkbunkercastlecitadeldonjonfortificationfortress

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Words that rhyme with forts

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sportsquartzshortssupportsexhortspurportssortstransportsretortssnortswartsimports

Related words

fortressfortifygarrisonbunkersfortificationshighlightsimmunizationsstrengths

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "forts"?▾

"Forts" has one syllable.

What does "forts" mean?▾

Forts: A fortified defensive structure stationed with troops.

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