Forenenst is an archaic English word that means "before" or "in front of". Its spelling has evolved over time and there are variations such as "foreninst" or "forenent". In IPA phonetic transcription, it is pronounced as /fɔːˈrɛnənst/ with the stress falling on the second syllable. The "e" following the "r" is pronounced as a schwa sound, which is why it is often omitted in modern spelling. Overall, Forenenst is a rare word and is not commonly used in modern English.