How to pronounce assort
Say it like uh-SORT. Assort has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SORT).
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- uh
- SORT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Assort 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.
- SORTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of assort
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uh-SAWT.
What does assort mean?
- To sort or arrange according to characteristic or class.
- To be of a kind with, to harmonize or match.
- To be associated with; to consort with.
Where does assort come from?
Middle French assortir.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with assort
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Questions about saying assort
How do you pronounce assort?
Say uh-SORT. The American pronunciation is /əˈsɔrt/. In British English it is /əˈsɔːt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in assort?
Assort has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SORT). Broken into parts: uh · SORT.
Is assort 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 /əˈsɔːt/ (uh-SAWT).