How to Pronounce Forward

To pronounce "forward", say FORW-ard — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

FORW-ard

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💡 Tip for remembering “forward”

"forward" has 2 syllables: forw-ard. It rhymes with straightforward and shoreward, if that helps it stick.

Words that rhyme with forward

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

straightforwardshorewardcarryforwardnorwarddorward

Related words

frontwardsaheadfrontwardforraderfrontforthonwardsonward

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How many syllables are in "forward"?▾

"Forward" has 2 syllables: forw · ard.

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