How to pronounce bortz
Say it like BORTS. Bortz is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- BORTS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bortz pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BORTSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of bortz
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BAWTS.
What does bortz mean?
- Diamond of inferior quality, commonly used for drill tips; abrasive diamond powder; bort.
Words that rhyme with bortz
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of bortz.
Questions about saying bortz
How do you pronounce bortz?
Say BORTS. The American pronunciation is /bɔrts/. In British English it is /bɔːts/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bortz?
Bortz is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: BORTS.
Is bortz 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 /bɔːts/ (BAWTS).