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How to Pronounce "forfeiting"

word

ˈfɔɹfətɪŋ
FOR-fit-ing
fˈɔːfɪtɪŋ
FOR-fit-ing

Definition

Giving up something, usually as a penalty or because of rules, so you no longer have it. Commonly used when a person loses a right, property, or opportunity for not following rules, or by choice.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈfɔɹfətɪŋ

British English

fˈɔːfɪtɪŋ

Simplified Pronunciation

US

FOR-fit-ing

UK

FOR-fit-ing

Listen in Context

He is forfeiting his right to enter the contest by not following the rules.

The team is forfeiting the match because too many players are sick.

She is forfeiting her deposit by canceling the reservation late.

By forfeiting his chance, he let someone else take the prize.