How to pronounce "forestalls" in English
fɔːrˈstɔːlz
for·STAWLZ
Primary stress: STAWLZ
Hear native speakers say forestalls in context across real video clips
real blood that would seal the marriage. But I contend that there is another hidden blood that forestalls the consummation of the intended marriage between forestalls the consummation of the intended marriage between
Linguistic Pronunciation Masterclass: “forestalls”
Phonetic mechanics, syllable architecture, and conversational cadence
Syllable Architecture & Stress Distribution
for
Reduced vowel sound, relaxed jaw, and minimal vocal effort.
STAWLZ
Tense long vowel with sustained acoustic resonance.
Primary emphasis falls on the second syllable ("STAWLZ"). Raise your pitch and sustain the vowel length on this syllable while relaxing the surrounding syllables.
Common Pronunciation Traps & Learner Mistakes
The Trap: Avoid pronouncing every vowel with full acoustic weight. Non-native speakers often over-enunciate unstressed vowels.
How Native Speakers Say It: Only give full vowel clarity to the primary stressed syllable. Relax all unstressed vowels into a neutral, low-energy schwa (⁄ə⁄).
Connected Speech & Natural Conversational Flow
When "forestalls" is followed by a word starting with a vowel, glide the final consonant into the opening vowel (e.g. "forestalls is" sounds like "forestalls-iz").
In natural sentences, avoid over-stressing "forestalls" unless it conveys the core contrast or focal point of your message.
Authentic Spoken Quotes from Native Video Context
“But I contend that there is another hidden blood that forestalls the consummation of the intended marriage between”— YaleCoursesWatch clip
“The false narrative blocks the possibility of accessing the true source or causes of the problem, and that forestalls us solving it.”— TEDx TalksWatch clip
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But I contend that there is another hidden blood that forestalls the consummation of the intended marriage between
Hear it in context: “forestalls”
2 clipsThe English word “forestalls” is transcribed in the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) as fɔːrˈstɔːlz (phonetic respelling: for-STAWLZ). Phonologically, it consists of 2 syllables (for · STAWLZ), with primary lexical stress placed on the 2nd syllable (STAWLZ). Grammatically, “forestalls” functions as a verb, noun and acts as an English heteronym where syllable stress shifts between noun (initial-syllable stress) and verb (second-syllable stress) usage. SayItVid indexes 2 authentic English video clips demonstrating how native speakers articulate “forestalls” in natural connected speech across American (US: 2 sampled), British (UK), and Australian (AUS) accents, including verified broadcasts from YaleCourses, TEDx Talks.
Spoken Video Transcripts & Contextual Quotes (2 Verified Clips)
- 🇺🇸 USYaleCoursesClip #1 · @34:41
“real blood that would seal the marriage. But I contend that there is another hidden blood that forestalls the consummation of the intended marriage between forestalls the consummation of the intended marriage between”
- 🇺🇸 USTEDx TalksClip #2 · @7:25
“then the future reality we are working towards, is informed by untruths. The false narrative blocks the possibility of accessing the true source or causes of the problem, and that forestalls us solving it. or causes of the problem, and that forestalls us solving it.”
Definition & Meaning: “forestalls”
- To prevent, delay or hinder something by taking precautionary or anticipatory measures; to avert.
- To preclude or bar from happening, render impossible.
- An ambush; plot; an interception; waylaying; rescue.
- Something situated or placed in front.
Example Sentences (3)
- “Fred forestalled disaster by his prompt action.”
- “In French, an aspired h forestalls elision.”
- “But I contend that there is another hidden blood that forestalls the consummation of the intended marriage between”
Pronounce: “forestalls”
- Pronunciation:
- for-STAWLZ
- Syllables:
- for · STAWLZ
- Written Hyphenation:
- fore · stalls
- Primary stress:
- STAWLZ
- IPA:
- fɔːrˈstɔːlz
- Hear it in context
- forestalls
Words that Rhyme with “forestalls”
-ɔlzWords that Sound Identical (Homophones)
Unique Sound"forestalls" (⁄fɔːrˈstɔːlz⁄) has no true homophones in standard English — there are no other words with identical pronunciation. Unlike sound-alike pairs like there / their or peace / piece, "forestalls" has a completely distinct phonetic identity.
Frequently asked questions about forestalls
How do you pronounce “forestalls”?
“forestalls” is pronounced ⁄fɔːrˈstɔːlz⁄ (for-STAWLZ). Listen to the native-speaker clips above to hear it in real conversation.
How many syllables are in “forestalls”?
“forestalls” has 2 syllables: for · STAWLZ.
Where is the stress in “forestalls”?
The primary stress in “forestalls” is on “STAWLZ”. Listen for that stressed syllable in the clips above.
What does “forestalls” mean?
To prevent, delay or hinder something by taking precautionary or anticipatory measures; to avert.
How can I hear “forestalls” used in real sentences?
This page has 2 real-world video examples of “forestalls” with synchronized subtitles. Use Previous / Next (or ← / → keys) to hear each one at the exact moment it is spoken.
What is the most common pronunciation mistake when saying “forestalls”?
Avoid pronouncing every vowel with full acoustic weight. Non-native speakers often over-enunciate unstressed vowels. Only give full vowel clarity to the primary stressed syllable. Relax all unstressed vowels into a neutral, low-energy schwa (⁄ə⁄).