How Do You Spell FORESEEN?

Pronunciation: [fɔːsˈiːn] (IPA)

The word "foreseen" is spelled with two syllables: /fɔrˈsiːn/. The first syllable, "fore," is pronounced like the word "four" and means "in advance." The second syllable, "seen," is pronounced like the word "seen" and means "perceived or observed." "Foreseen" is commonly used to describe something that was predicted or anticipated beforehand. It is important to spell this word correctly, as misspelling can lead to confusion and misunderstanding in written communication.

FORESEEN Meaning and Definition

  1. Foreseen, as an adjective, refers to something that has been predicted, anticipated, or visualized beforehand. It indicates the act of envisioning an event, outcome, or circumstance before it actually occurs. It describes the ability to perceive and understand future occurrences based on existing knowledge, experience, or intuition. When something is foreseen, it implies that it was expected or predicted to happen in advance.

    This term is commonly used to suggest the analysis or assessment of future events with a degree of accuracy or certainty. It implies the capacity to recognize potential outcomes or consequences through foresight or clairvoyance, whether through logical reasoning, strategic planning, or intuitive perception. Foreseen events are often featured in discussions related to forecasting, risk management, and decision-making processes.

    Foreseen can also indicate the act of preparing or making arrangements in advance of an anticipated situation, considering the foreknowledge or prediction of its occurrence. It implies a proactive approach, allowing individuals or organizations to be ready before the event takes place, thereby reducing the negative impact or maximizing potential benefits.

    In summary, foreseen refers to the ability to anticipate, predict, or envision future occurrences based on prior knowledge or insight. It encompasses both the act of accurately predicting future outcomes and the proactive steps taken in anticipation of those events.

  2. known beforehand

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of FORESEEN

The word "foreseen" is derived from the combination of two elements: "fore-" and "seen".

- "Fore-" is a prefix that means "before" or "in advance". It comes from the Old English word "fore", which has similar meanings. This prefix is commonly used to indicate something that occurs or exists beforehand.

- "Seen" is the past participle of the verb "see", which originates from the Old English word "seon". "See" refers to perceiving something with the eyes, having visual awareness of an object or an event.

By combining the prefix "fore-" with the past participle "seen", the word "foreseen" is formed, indicating the act of perceiving or envisioning something in advance or before it actually takes place.

Similar spelling words for FORESEEN

Conjugate verb Foreseen

CONDITIONAL

I would foreseen
you would foreseen
he/she/it would foreseen
we would foreseen
they would foreseen
I would foresee
we would foresee
you would foresee
he/she/it would foresee
they would foresee

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be foreseeing
you would be foreseeing
he/she/it would be foreseeing
we would be foreseeing
they would be foreseeing

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have foreseen
you would have foreseen
he/she/it would have foreseen
we would have foreseen
they would have foreseen

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been foreseeing
you would have been foreseeing
he/she/it would have been foreseeing
we would have been foreseeing
they would have been foreseeing

FUTURE

I will foresee
you will foresee
he/she/it will foresee
we will foresee
they will foresee

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be foreseeing
you will be foreseeing
he/she/it will be foreseeing
we will be foreseeing
they will be foreseeing

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been foreseeing
you will have been foreseeing
he/she/it will have been foreseeing
we will have been foreseeing
they will have been foreseeing

IMPERATIVE

you foresee
we let´s foresee

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to foresee

PAST

I foresaw
you foresaw
he/she/it foresaw
we foresaw
they foresaw

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was foreseeing
you were foreseeing
he/she/it was foreseeing
we were foreseeing
they were foreseeing

PAST PARTICIPLE

foreseen

PAST PERFECT

I had foreseen
you had foreseen
he/she/it had foreseen
we had foreseen
they had foreseen

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been foreseeing
you had been foreseeing
he/she/it had been foreseeing
we had been foreseeing
they had been foreseeing

PRESENT

I foresee
you foresee
he/she/it foresees
we foresee
they foresee

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am foreseeing
you are foreseeing
he/she/it is foreseeing
we are foreseeing
they are foreseeing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

foreseeing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have foreseen
you have foreseen
he/she/it has foreseen
we have foreseen
they have foreseen

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been foreseeing
you have been foreseeing
he/she/it has been foreseeing
we have been foreseeing
they have been foreseeing

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