How to pronounce gorp
Say it like GORP. Gorp is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- GORP
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gorp pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GORPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of gorp
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: GAWP.
What does gorp mean?
- A loose mixture of dried fruit, nuts, frequently salt, and sometimes other ingredients; designed as an energy supplement for use while hiking, climbing, canoeing, etc.
Where does gorp come from?
The Oxford English Dictionary cites a 1913 reference to the verb gorp (“to eat greedily”).
Words that rhyme with gorp
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of gorp.
Questions about saying gorp
How do you pronounce gorp?
Say GORP. The American pronunciation is /ɡɔrp/. In British English it is /ɡɔːp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gorp?
Gorp is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: GORP.
Is gorp 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 /ɡɔːp/ (GAWP).