How to pronounce ardor
Say it like AR-der. Ardor has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR).
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- AR
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ardor pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of ardor
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AH-duh.
What does ardor mean?
- Great warmth of feeling; fervor; passion.
- Spirit; enthusiasm; passion.
- Intense heat.
Where does ardor come from?
From Middle English ardour, ardowr, ardure, from Anglo-Norman ardour, from Old French ardur, from Latin ardor, from ardere (“to burn”).
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Words that rhyme with ardor
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Questions about saying ardor
How do you pronounce ardor?
Say AR-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈɑrdɚ/. In British English it is /ˈɑːdə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ardor?
Ardor has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR). Broken into parts: AR · der.
Is ardor 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 /ˈɑːdə/ (AH-duh).