How to pronounce Bordeaux
Say it like bor-DOH. Bordeaux has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DOH).
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- bor
- DOH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bordeaux pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- borKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- DOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of Bordeaux
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: baw-DOH.
What does Bordeaux mean?
- A wine coming from that area.
- Claret (color).
Words that rhyme with Bordeaux
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of Bordeaux.
Questions about saying Bordeaux
How do you pronounce Bordeaux?
Say bor-DOH. The American pronunciation is /bɔrˈdoʊ/. In British English it is /bɔːˈdəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Bordeaux?
Bordeaux has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DOH). Broken into parts: bor · DOH.
Is Bordeaux 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 /bɔːˈdəʊ/ (baw-DOH).