The Elder Scrolls·Unrelenting Force
Fus Ro Dah
A Dragon Shout that pushes opponents away with powerful force.
Character / Caster: The Dragonborn
Continuity / Version: The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
Original illustration inspired by the spell’s fictional effect
AI-generated illustration · Spelling SpellsEvery letter matters
How to spell it
Exact spelling: Fus Ro Dah. Spaces and letter order are part of the entry.
One sound at a time
Pronunciation · Approximate
FOOS · ROH · DAH
An approximate English reader aid. Bethesda identifies each word as a single syllable; the in-game voice is the performance reference.
An optional browser voice. Refer to the written guide and linked source for pronunciation.
The words behind the wonder
Meaning & use
Fictional Effect: A forceful vocal blast pushes enemies away; the complete three-word shout can launch them into the air.
Its full three-word form can send opponents airborne. Strength and effects depend on the game context.
The first word of the three-word shout.
The second word of the three-word shout.
The final word of the three-word shout.
Where the word comes from
Language & etymology
Unconfirmed etymologyBethesda describes the Dragon language as drawing on several Germanic languages, especially Old English. This is language inspiration; an individual word-origin analysis is not confirmed here.
Confirmed means a source identifies the origin. Suggested means an interpretation is plausible but is marked as such. Unconfirmed means an origin has not been established here.
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Sources & references
Story / series: The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
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JEER-duh
Fictional Setting
Inheritance Cycle novels; Ancient Language word entry
Expresses breaking or hitting in the Ancient Language. The word identifies an action; the target and full outcome require further story context.
