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forfeit

How many syllables in forfeit?

  2 syllables

Divide forfeit into syllables:   for-feit
Stressed syllable in forfeit:   for-feit
How to pronounce forfeit:   fawr-fit
How to say forfeit:

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Synonyms for forfeit


1 syllable
  • fine
  • lose
  • pawn
  • hock
  • loss
  • pay
2 syllables
  • give up
  • penance
3 syllables
4 syllables
  • be deprived of
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