How to pronounce Gordon
Say it like GOR-dun. Gordon has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GOR).
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- GOR
- dun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gordon pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- dunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of Gordon
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: GAW-dun.
What does Gordon mean?
- A river in Tasmania, Australia.
- A river in Western Australia, Australia; named for British statesman George Hamilton-Gordon, 4th Earl of Aberdeen.
Words that rhyme with Gordon
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of Gordon.
Questions about saying Gordon
How do you pronounce Gordon?
Say GOR-dun. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡɔrdən/. In British English it is /ˈɡɔːdən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Gordon?
Gordon has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GOR). Broken into parts: GOR · dun.
Is Gordon 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 /ˈɡɔːdən/ (GAW-dun).