How Do You Spell FORFEIT?

Pronunciation: [fˈɔːfɪt] (IPA)

The word "forfeit" refers to losing something as a penalty for a mistake or a rule violation. It is spelled as fɔː(r)fɪt, with a silent 'e' at the end. The 'or' in the first syllable is pronounced as an 'o' as in "or" and the 'i' in the second syllable is pronounced as an 'ɪ' as in "tin". The 't' at the end is pronounced with a puff of air, as in "cat" or "hat". Adequate spelling of 'forfeit' is essential in order to convey a professional image in a written document.

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FORFEIT Meaning and Definition

  1. Forfeit is a verb that refers to the act of losing or surrendering a right, privilege, possession, or claim as a result of one's own actions or a failure to fulfill a commitment or meet a requirement. It is often used to describe the consequences of breaking a rule, law, or agreement.

    In legal terms, to forfeit something means to give it up willingly or involuntarily due to a breach of contract or violation of terms. This could involve surrendering assets, property, or money as a penalty or punishment for wrongdoing. For example, if a person fails to make timely payments on a loan, they may forfeit their collateral, allowing the lender to assume ownership.

    Forfeit can also be used to describe the act of depriving oneself of a right or privilege voluntarily. This could occur in a game or competition where a player or team gives up their turn or chance to win as a penalty for a mistake or violation. In sports, a team may forfeit a match if they are unable or unwilling to continue play.

    The term "forfeit" can also be used as a noun, indicating the penalty or loss incurred. A forfeit can refer to the thing that is lost or the act of losing it. It can also describe the declaration of an automatic loss or disqualification for a violation or failure to appear.

    Overall, the concept of forfeit implies relinquishment, penalty, and the consequence of not meeting a commitment or abiding by rules or obligations.

  2. • A fine; a penalty; that which is lost or allenated for a crime, fault, or neglect.
    • To lose by neglecting or refusing to fulfil the conditions of a contract or bargain; to lose by some fault, crime, or offence.

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

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Etymology of FORFEIT

The word "forfeit" originated from Middle English in the 13th century, derived from the Old French word "forfet". It came from the combination of the prefix "for-" meaning "away" or "completely" and the verb "faire" meaning "to do" or "to make". Therefore, "forfeit" originally meant "to do away with" or "to completely give up". Over time, its usage evolved to refer to the loss or surrender of something as a penalty or punishment.

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Plural form of FORFEIT is FORFEITS

Conjugate verb Forfeit

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have forfeited
you would have forfeited
he/she/it would have forfeited
we would have forfeited
they would have forfeited
I would have forfeit
you would have forfeit
he/she/it would have forfeit
we would have forfeit
they would have forfeit

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you forfeit
we let´s forfeit

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to forfeit

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

forfeited

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I forfeit
you forfeit
he/she/it forfeits
we forfeit
they forfeit

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

forfeiting

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it forfeit

SIMPLE PAST

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

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