How to pronounce harlot
Say it like HAR-lut. Harlot has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HAR).
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- HAR
- lut
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Harlot pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- lutKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of harlot
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: HAH-lut.
What does harlot mean?
- To play the harlot; to practice lewdness.
- Wanton; lewd; low; base.
Where does harlot come from?
From Middle English harlot, from Old French harlot, herlot, arlot (“vagabond; tramp”), of obscure origin.
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Words that rhyme with harlot
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Questions about saying harlot
How do you pronounce harlot?
Say HAR-lut. The American pronunciation is /ˈhɑrlət/. In British English it is /ˈhɑːlət/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in harlot?
Harlot has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HAR). Broken into parts: HAR · lut.
Is harlot 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 /ˈhɑːlət/ (HAH-lut).