How to pronounce mores
Say it like MOH-rayz. Mores has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOH).
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- MOH
- rayz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mores pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- rayzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of mores
American and British speakers say mores in essentially the same way: /ˈmoʊreɪz/ in the US and /ˈmɔːreɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: MAW-rayz.
What does mores mean?
- A set of moral norms or customs derived from generally accepted practices rather than written laws.
- plural of more How to pronounce more
- third-person singular simple present indicative of more How to pronounce more
Where does mores come from?
From Latin mōrēs (“ways, character, morals”), the plural of mōs.
Questions about saying mores
How do you pronounce mores?
Say MOH-rayz. The American pronunciation is /ˈmoʊreɪz/. In British English it is /ˈmɔːreɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mores?
Mores has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOH). Broken into parts: MOH · rayz.
Do Americans and Brits say mores the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmoʊreɪz/ and the British form is /ˈmɔːreɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.