how to pronounce forceps

/ˈfɔːɹsɛps/

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forceps is pronounced in two syllables

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An example use of forceps in a speech by a native speaker of american english:

“… to use the forceps and we see women …”

meanings of forceps

noun:

An instrument used in surgery or medical procedures for grasping and holding objects, similar to tongs or pincers.

forceps frequency in english - C2+ level of CEFR

the word forceps occurs in english on average 0.1 times per one million words; this frequency warrants it to be in the study list for C2+ level of language mastery according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference.