How to pronounce mot
Say it like MOH. Mot is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- MOH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mot 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.
American vs British pronunciation of mot
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: MOH.
What does mot mean?
- A witty remark; a witticism; a bon mot.
- A woman; a wife.
- A landlady.
Where does mot come from?
From French mot. Doublet of motto.
Words that rhyme with mot
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Words that sound like mot
Questions about saying mot
How do you pronounce mot?
Say MOH. The American pronunciation is /moʊ/. In British English it is /məʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mot?
Mot is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: MOH.
Is mot 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 /məʊ/ (MOH).
What words sound the same as mot?
Mot sounds the same as mo, mow in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.