How to pronounce alphasort
Say it like AL-fuh-sort. Alphasort has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AL).
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- AL
- fuh
- sort
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Alphasort pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- fuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- sortKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of alphasort
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AL-fuh-sawt.
What does alphasort mean?
- The process of sorting in alphabetical order, especially when performed in an automated fashion.
Where does alphasort come from?
Blend of alphabet + sort.
Questions about saying alphasort
How do you pronounce alphasort?
Say AL-fuh-sort. The American pronunciation is /ˈælfəsoʊrt/. In British English it is /ˈælfəsɔːt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in alphasort?
Alphasort has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AL). Broken into parts: AL · fuh · sort.
Is alphasort 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 /ˈælfəsɔːt/ (AL-fuh-sawt).