How to Pronounce "foreground"
word
ˈfɔɹˌɡɹaʊnd
FOR-grownd
fˈɔːɡɹaʊnd
FAW-grownd
Definition
The foreground is the part of a picture, scene, or view that is closest to the viewer. It can also mean something that is most prominent or important in a situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɔɹˌɡɹaʊnd
British English
fˈɔːɡɹaʊnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FOR-grownd
UK
FAW-grownd
Listen in Context
There is a tree in the foreground of the picture.
The people in the foreground are very clear.
The cat is sleeping in the foreground of the photo.
All the action happens in the foreground, while the background stays calm.