How to pronounce rorty
Say it like ROR-tee. Rorty has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ROR).
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- ROR
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rorty pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of rorty
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: RAW-tee.
What does rorty mean?
- Boisterous, rowdy, saucy, dissipated, or risqué.
Where does rorty come from?
19th century UK. Unknown etymology.
Words that rhyme with rorty
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rorty.
Questions about saying rorty
How do you pronounce rorty?
Say ROR-tee. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɔrti/. In British English it is /ˈrɔːti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rorty?
Rorty has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ROR). Broken into parts: ROR · tee.
Is rorty 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 /ˈrɔːti/ (RAW-tee).