Learn the American English pronunciation of "fort" with simple phonetic spelling, IPA transcription, meaning, example sentences, and AI-powered pronunciation practice.
Pronunciation of "fort"
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Simple pronunciation
fort
IPA transcription
/fɔɹt̚/
Word frequency
2,811th
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What does "fort" mean?
a strong building or group of buildings where soldiers live
Examples of "fort" in a sentence
The fort was built in the 1800s.
The fort protected the city from invaders.
The soldiers manned the fort day and night.
How common is "fort"?
Fort is the 2,811th most common word in English.
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