How to pronounce abord
Say it like uh-BORD. Abord has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BORD).
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- uh
- BORD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abord pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- BORDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of abord
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uh-BAWD.
What does abord mean?
- A road, or means of approach.
- Alternative form of aboard.
Where does abord come from?
From French abord, from aborder (“to aboard”).
Words that rhyme with abord
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Words that sound like abord
Questions about saying abord
How do you pronounce abord?
Say uh-BORD. The American pronunciation is /əˈbɔrd/. In British English it is /əˈbɔːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abord?
Abord has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BORD). Broken into parts: uh · BORD.
Is abord pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /əˈbɔːd/ (uh-BAWD).
What words sound the same as abord?
Abord sounds the same as aboard in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.