How to pronounce corr
Say it like KOR. Corr is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- KOR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Corr pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of corr
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAW.
What does corr mean?
- A fight.
Where does corr come from?
Borrowed from Romani koor (“to fight”).
Words that rhyme with corr
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of corr.
Words that sound like corr
Questions about saying corr
How do you pronounce corr?
Say KOR. The American pronunciation is /kɔr/. In British English it is /kɔː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in corr?
Corr is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: KOR.
Is corr 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 /kɔː/ (KAW).
What words sound the same as corr?
Corr sounds the same as core, corps in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.