How to pronounce Forecastle in English

Forecastle is pronounced FOHK-səl (IPA /ˈfoʊksəl/). Said by sailors as 'FOHK-sul' — drop the 'r' and 'a'.

IPA: /ˈfoʊksəl/

Syllables: FOHK · səl

Common ESL mistake: Learners say 'FOR-cas-tul' pronouncing it as written.

Tip: Said by sailors as 'FOHK-sul' — drop the 'r' and 'a'.

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