How to pronounce resorted
Say it like rih-ZOR-tid. Resorted has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ZOR).
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- rih
- ZOR
- tid
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Resorted pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- rihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ZORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- tidKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of resorted
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: rih-ZAW-tid.
What does resorted mean?
- simple past and past participle of resort How to pronounce resort“Once cornered, the bank robbers resorted to using their guns.”
Words that rhyme with resorted
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Questions about saying resorted
How do you pronounce resorted?
Say rih-ZOR-tid. The American pronunciation is /rɪˈzɔrtɪd/. In British English it is /rɪˈzɔːtɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in resorted?
Resorted has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ZOR). Broken into parts: rih · ZOR · tid.
Is resorted 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 /rɪˈzɔːtɪd/ (rih-ZAW-tid).