How to pronounce erode
Say it like ih-ROHD. Erode has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ROHD).
- ih
- ROHD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Erode pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ROHDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of erode
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: ih-ROHD.
Other ways to say erode
Erode also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- EE-rohd /ˈiroʊd/
What does erode mean?
- To wear away by abrasion, corrosion, or chemical reaction.“The cliff is gradually being eroded by the waves.”
- To destroy gradually by an ongoing process.“to erode a person’s trust”
Where does erode come from?
From French éroder, from Latin ērōdō.
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Words that rhyme with erode
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Questions about saying erode
How do you pronounce erode?
Say ih-ROHD. The American pronunciation is /ɪˈroʊd/. In British English it is /ɪˈrəʊd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in erode?
Erode has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ROHD). Broken into parts: ih · ROHD.
Is erode pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ɪˈrəʊd/ (ih-ROHD).