How to pronounce thenceforth
Say it like thens-FORTH. Thenceforth has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FORTH).
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- thens
- FORTH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Thenceforth pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- thensGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- FORTHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of thenceforth
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: thens-FAWTH.
What does thenceforth mean?
- From that time on.
Where does thenceforth come from?
From Middle English thennesforth, equivalent to thence + forth.
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Words that rhyme with thenceforth
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Questions about saying thenceforth
How do you pronounce thenceforth?
Say thens-FORTH. The American pronunciation is /ˌðɛnsˈfɔrθ/. In British English it is /ˌðɛnsˈfɔːθ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in thenceforth?
Thenceforth has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FORTH). Broken into parts: thens · FORTH.
Is thenceforth 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 /ˌðɛnsˈfɔːθ/ (thens-FAWTH).