How to pronounce amorce
Say it like uh-MORS. Amorce has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MORS).
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- uh
- MORS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Amorce 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.
- MORSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of amorce
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uh-MAWS.
What does amorce mean?
- A hint about the future; an instance of foreshadowing.
- A percussion cap or detonator.
Where does amorce come from?
Borrowed from French amorce.
Questions about saying amorce
How do you pronounce amorce?
Say uh-MORS. The American pronunciation is /əˈmoʊrs/. In British English it is /əˈmɔːs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in amorce?
Amorce has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MORS). Broken into parts: uh · MORS.
Is amorce 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 /əˈmɔːs/ (uh-MAWS).