forename

How many syllables in forename?

  2 syllables

Divide forename into syllables:   fore-name
Primary syllable stress:   fore-name
Secondary syllable stress:   fore-name
How to say forename:

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Synonyms for forename


1 syllable
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    2 syllables
    • handle
    • nickname
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    • moniker
    • given name
    • middle name
    • person's name
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