How to pronounce cordless
Say it like KORD-lus. Cordless has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KORD).
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- KORD
- lus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cordless pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KORDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- lusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of cordless
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAWD-lis.
What does cordless mean?
- Having no cord; especially using batteries instead of mains electricity.
Where does cordless come from?
From cord + -less.
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Questions about saying cordless
How do you pronounce cordless?
Say KORD-lus. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɔrdləs/. In British English it is /ˈkɔːdlɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cordless?
Cordless has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KORD). Broken into parts: KORD · lus.
Is cordless 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 /ˈkɔːdlɪs/ (KAWD-lis).