How Do You Spell FOREWARNS?

Pronunciation: [fɔːwˈɔːnz] (IPA)

The word "forewarns" is spelled as /fɔrwɔːnz/ in IPA phonetic transcription. It is derived from the verb "forewarn", which means to inform someone in advance about a possible danger or problem. In the spelling of this word, "fore" refers to before, and "warn" means to caution or advise against. The "-s" at the end indicates that it is in the third person singular present tense. So, "forewarns" is a word that describes the action of giving advance notice of something.

FOREWARNS Meaning and Definition

  1. Forewarns is a verb that is derived from the combination of the prefix "fore-" meaning beforehand or in advance, and the verb "warn" meaning to notify someone about potential dangers or threats. To forewarn someone means to give them advance notice or caution of a forthcoming event, situation or danger, in order to help them prepare, anticipate or take precautionary measures.

    When someone forewarns another individual, they typically provide them with important information, insights, or predictions about a future occurrence that may have negative consequences or pose a risk to their well-being or interests. The objective of forewarning is to give someone an opportunity to make informed decisions or take deliberate actions to mitigate or navigate the potential risks or challenges that lie ahead.

    Forewarning can take various forms, such as verbal or written communication, explicit statements, warnings, notices, signs, or signals. It serves as a means to provide timely advice, guidance, or alertness, facilitating readiness and prevention. Forewarning is often employed in contexts related to safety, security, emergencies, weather events, health risks, financial or economic conditions, and other situations where anticipation and early action are crucial.

    By giving individuals an advance notice of potential threats, forewarning plays a vital role in risk management, ensuring preparedness, and reducing potential harm or damage. It empowers individuals or groups to better anticipate, adapt, and respond to challenging circumstances, promoting safety, well-being, and effective decision-making.

Common Misspellings for FOREWARNS

Etymology of FOREWARNS

The word "forewarns" is the third person singular form of the verb "forewarn", which is composed of two elements: "fore" and "warn".

The prefix "fore-" is derived from the Old English word "fore", meaning "before" or "in front of". In this context, it carries the sense of anticipation or prior notice.

The verb "warn" has its origins in the Old English word "warnian", which means "to give notice of danger or evil" or "to make aware". It can be traced back to the Germanic word "warnōną" and ultimately to the Proto-Indo-European root "wer-", which means "to perceive or watch out for".

Similar spelling words for FOREWARNS

Conjugate verb Forewarns

CONDITIONAL

I would forewarn
we would forewarn
you would forewarn
he/she/it would forewarn
they would forewarn

FUTURE

I will forewarn
we will forewarn
you will forewarn
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they will forewarn

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have forewarned
we will have forewarned
you will have forewarned
he/she/it will have forewarned
they will have forewarned

PAST

I forewarned
we forewarned
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they forewarned

PAST PERFECT

I had forewarned
we had forewarned
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he/she/it had forewarned
they had forewarned

PRESENT

I forewarn
we forewarn
you forewarn
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they forewarn

PRESENT PERFECT

I have forewarned
we have forewarned
you have forewarned
he/she/it has forewarned
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I am forewarning
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I would have forewarned
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