How to pronounce "forecast"

forecast

Noun
American
/ˈfɔrˌkæst/

Syllable Breakdown

fore cast

How natives say forecast

British
/ˈfɔːˌkɑːst/

Syllable Breakdown

fore cast

How natives say forecast

Pronunciation Guide In American

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with the 'fore' pronounced like 'for'.

  • Then say 'cast' with a short 'a' as in 'cat'.

  • Stress the first syllable 'fore'.

Common Mistakes

  • for-cast (incorrect stress)

  • fo-recast (adding extra syllable)

  • four-cast (incorrect vowel sound)

Pronunciation Guide In British

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with 'fore' as in 'fall', elongating the vowel.

  • Then say 'cast' with the 'a' like in 'father'.

  • Stress the first syllable 'fore'.

common mistakes

  • for-cast (incorrect stress)

  • fo-recast (adding extra syllable)

  • four-cast (incorrect vowel sound)

FAQ

How many syllables are in 'forecast'?

There are two syllables: 'fore' and 'cast'.

Where is the stress in 'forecast'?

The stress is on the first syllable: 'fore'.

What vowel sound is in the second syllable of 'forecast'?

In American English, it is a short 'a' as in 'cat'. In British English, it's more like the 'a' in 'father'.

Definition

forecast

A prediction of future weather conditions.

Word Family

forecasting

/ˈfɔrkæstɪŋ/

noun

The process of predicting something.

Example: Forecasting is an important part of planning.

forecaster

/ˈfɔrkæstər/

noun

A person who predicts something.

Example: He is a weather forecaster on TV.

foresee

/fɔrˈsiː/

verb

To see or know beforehand.

Example: He could foresee the difficulties.

Key Pronunciation Differences

Forecast vs. forecasting

- Add 'ing' with an extra syllable.

Forecast vs. forecaster

- Add 'er' and stress remains on 'fore'.

Forecast vs. foresee

- Different ending sounds and stress location.

Pro Tips

Visual Cue

Imagine a map projection when saying 'forecast' to help remember syllable emphasis.

Listen and Repeat

Listen to native speakers and repeat for better accent and stress accuracy.

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