How to Pronounce "forsakes"
word
fɔɹˈseɪk
for-SAYKZ
fɔːsˈeɪks
faw-SAYKS
Definition
To leave someone or something completely, usually permanently and often when they need you most.
IPA Transcription
American English
fɔɹˈseɪk
British English
fɔːsˈeɪks
Simplified Pronunciation
US
for-SAYKZ
UK
faw-SAYKS
Listen in Context
She forsakes her old habits to start a new life.
He forsakes his friends when times are hard.
The village forsakes old traditions for modern ways.
Sometimes it feels like fate forsakes us when we need help most.