How to pronounce forthcoming
Say it like forth-KUHM-ing. Forthcoming has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KUHM).
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- forth
- KUHM
- ing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Forthcoming pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- forthGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- KUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- ingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of forthcoming
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: fawth-KUHM-ing.
What does forthcoming mean?
- at ease in talking to others
- of the relatively near future“the approaching election”“this coming Thursday”
- available when required or as promised“federal funds were not forthcoming”
Where does forthcoming come from?
The noun is derived from forth (“forwards”) + coming (“arrival”).
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with forthcoming
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Questions about saying forthcoming
How do you pronounce forthcoming?
Say forth-KUHM-ing. The American pronunciation is /ˌfɔrθˈkʌmɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˌfɔːθˈkʌmɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in forthcoming?
Forthcoming has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KUHM). Broken into parts: forth · KUHM · ing.
Is forthcoming 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 /ˌfɔːθˈkʌmɪŋ/ (fawth-KUHM-ing).