Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

Questions

What does forward slash mean?
Synonym of slash ⟨/⟩
Where does forward slash come from?
A retronym coined to distinguish the slash from the backslash, particularly in computing contexts.

How to pronounce forward slash

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “forward slash”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
  3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “forward slash”.
  4. Repeat and practice — Say “forward slash” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.