How Do You Spell FOREKNOWN?

Pronunciation: [fˈɔːnˌə͡ʊn] (IPA)

The word "foreknown" is spelled as /fɔːrˈnəʊn/ in IPA phonetic transcription. This word is formed by combining the prefix "fore," meaning "before," and the verb "know." The pronunciation of this word is divided into two syllables, starting with the stressed syllable "fore" and ending with the unstressed syllable "known." "Foreknown" is often used in theological contexts to refer to God's prior knowledge of events or people. The spelling of this word is consistent with English spelling rules and can be easily pronounced by speakers of the language.

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FOREKNOWN Meaning and Definition

  1. Foreknown is an adjective that refers to something that has been anticipated or known in advance. The term comes from the combination of the prefix "fore-", which means "before," and the verb "known," which means to be aware or have knowledge of something. When used in the past participle form, as in "foreknown," it indicates that the knowledge or awareness of a particular event or circumstance existed prior to its occurrence.

    The concept of foreknown can be observed in various contexts, including philosophy, theology, and literature. In philosophical discussions, foreknown often relates to the debate surrounding determinism and free will, as it suggests that certain events or outcomes were already predicted or predetermined. In theological contexts, foreknown typically pertains to the idea that some religious deities possess omniscience, enabling them to have prior knowledge of all events. In literature, foreknown can be found in narratives where characters possess the ability to foresee future events, acting on their knowledge to alter the course of the story.

    Overall, foreknown describes a state of preexisting awareness or knowledge regarding something that is yet to happen. It implies an understanding of a future event or circumstance before it occurs, suggesting a level of anticipation or predictability. Whether it is used to discuss fate, divine knowledge, or the storytelling devices in literature, foreknown presents the concept of foresight or prescience, highlighting the idea that some occurrences are foreseen or foretold before they come to pass.

  2. known beforehand

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

Common Misspellings for FOREKNOWN

Etymology of FOREKNOWN

The word "foreknown" is derived from the combination of two linguistic elements: "fore" and "known".

The prefix "fore-" in English is of Germanic origin and means "before" or "in front of". It comes from the Old English word "fore" or "foran", which has been in use since the 8th century. In this context, "fore-" implies something happening or existing beforehand, or being in a position or state that precedes something else.

The term "known" is the past participle form of the verb "know". It originates from the Old English word "cnāwan" or "cnāwan", which is related to German "kennen" and Dutch "kennen", both meaning "to know".

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Conjugate verb Foreknown

CONDITIONAL

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CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have foreknown
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE

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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE PERFECT

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

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NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to foreknown

PAST

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PAST CONTINUOUS

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PAST PARTICIPLE

foreknowned

PAST PERFECT

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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT

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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

foreknowning

PRESENT PERFECT

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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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