How to pronounce forsaker
Say it like for-SAY-ker. Forsaker has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SAY).
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- for
- SAY
- ker
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Forsaker pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- forKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- SAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- kerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of forsaker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: faw-SAY-kuh.
What does forsaker mean?
- One who forsakes.
Where does forsaker come from?
From forsake + -er.
Words that rhyme with forsaker
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of forsaker.
Questions about saying forsaker
How do you pronounce forsaker?
Say for-SAY-ker. The American pronunciation is /fɔrˈseɪkɚ/. In British English it is /fɔːˈseɪkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in forsaker?
Forsaker has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SAY). Broken into parts: for · SAY · ker.
Is forsaker 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 /fɔːˈseɪkə/ (faw-SAY-kuh).