How to Pronounce Godforsaken

To pronounce "godforsaken", say GODF-ors-ak-en — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɡɒd.fə(ɹ)ˈseɪ.kɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌɡɒd.fə(ɹ)ˈseɪ.kɪn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “godforsaken”

"godforsaken" has 4 syllables: godf-ors-ak-en.

What does godforsaken mean?

adjective

  1. Abandoned by a deity or god.
  2. Particularly awful; very bad

    “I wanted nothing more than to get out of that godforsaken place without delay.”

Synonyms

miserableterrible

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "godforsaken"?▾

"Godforsaken" has 4 syllables: godf · ors · ak · en.

What is the IPA transcription of "godforsaken"?▾

The IPA transcription of "godforsaken" is /ˌɡɒd.fə(ɹ)ˈseɪ.kɪn/.

What does "godforsaken" mean?▾

Godforsaken: Abandoned by a deity or god.

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