How to pronounce accordant
Say it like uh-KOR-dunt. Accordant has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KOR).
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- uh
- KOR
- dunt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Accordant 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.
- KORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- duntKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of accordant
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uh-KAW-dunt.
What does accordant mean?
- In agreement; agreeing.
- Harmonious.
Where does accordant come from?
From Middle English acordaunt, equivalent to accord + -ant.
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Words that rhyme with accordant
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Questions about saying accordant
How do you pronounce accordant?
Say uh-KOR-dunt. The American pronunciation is /əˈkɔrdənt/. In British English it is /əˈkɔːdənt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in accordant?
Accordant has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KOR). Broken into parts: uh · KOR · dunt.
Is accordant 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 /əˈkɔːdənt/ (uh-KAW-dunt).