How to pronounce dort
Say it like DORT. Dort is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- DORT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dort pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DORTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of dort
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DAWT.
What does dort mean?
- To become pettish; sulk.
Where does dort come from?
From Middle English dort (found in compound cankerdort), of unknown origin.
Words that rhyme with dort
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Questions about saying dort
How do you pronounce dort?
Say DORT. The American pronunciation is /dɔrt/. In British English it is /dɔːt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dort?
Dort is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: DORT.
Is dort 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 /dɔːt/ (DAWT).