fora

How to Split "fora" into Syllables

The word fora is divided into 2 syllables: fo·ra. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• fo — 1st syllable
• ra — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of fora:

• IPA: /ˈfoɾa/

📖 Definitions

1. plural of forum; alternative form of forums
2. The English plural forums is preferred to the Latin plural fora in normal English usage.

📚 Word Origin & History

Possibly borrowed from Greek φόρα (fóra, “pace; impetus”), compare the expression παίρνω φόρα (paírno fóra, “gain courage”). This etymology is incomplete. You can help Wiktionary by elaborating on the origins of this term. Inherited from Latin forās (“outside”) (compare Occitan fòra, French hors, Spanish fuera), ultimately from Proto-Indo-European *dʰwer- (“door; gate”). for +‎ -a Inflected form of ir (“to go”). Inflected form of ser (“to be”). See t...

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• Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
• Improved spelling — Breaking words into chunks makes them easier to remember and write
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📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare fora with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
fora	2	fo·ra
foyer	2	foy-er
Frye	1	frye
friary	2	fria-ry
foray	2	fo-ray

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to fora:

for, ford, fore, fork, form, fort, foray, force.