How to pronounce forex
Say it like FOR-eks. Forex has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FOR).
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- FOR
- eks
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Forex 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.
- eksKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of forex
American and British speakers say forex in essentially the same way: /ˈfɔrɛks/ in the US and /ˈfɔˌrɛks/ in the UK.
British respelling: FOR-eks.
What does forex mean?
- Syllabic abbreviation of foreign exchange.
Where does forex come from?
Blend of for(eign) + ex(change).
Questions about saying forex
How do you pronounce forex?
Say FOR-eks. The American pronunciation is /ˈfɔrɛks/. In British English it is /ˈfɔˌrɛks/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in forex?
Forex has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FOR). Broken into parts: FOR · eks.
Do Americans and Brits say forex the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈfɔrɛks/ and the British form is /ˈfɔˌrɛks/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.