How to pronounce foremast
Say it like FOR-mast. Foremast has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FOR).
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- FOR
- mast
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Foremast pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- mastKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of foremast
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat.
British respelling: FAW-mahst.
What does foremast mean?
- The mast nearest the bow, on a sailing ship with more than one mast or a non-sailing ship with any masts; the second-tallest mast on a full-rigged ship.
Where does foremast come from?
From fore + mast.
Questions about saying foremast
How do you pronounce foremast?
Say FOR-mast. The American pronunciation is /ˈfɔrmæst/. In British English it is /ˈfɔːmɑːst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in foremast?
Foremast has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FOR). Broken into parts: FOR · mast.
Is foremast pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈfɔːmɑːst/ (FAW-mahst).