How to pronounce sorted
Say it like SOR-tid. Sorted has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SOR).
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- SOR
- tid
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sorted pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SORSay 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 sorted
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SAW-tid.
What does sorted mean?
- arranged according to size
- arranged into groups
Words that rhyme with sorted
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of sorted.
Questions about saying sorted
How do you pronounce sorted?
Say SOR-tid. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɔrtɪd/. In British English it is /ˈsɔːtɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sorted?
Sorted has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SOR). Broken into parts: SOR · tid.
Is sorted 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 /ˈsɔːtɪd/ (SAW-tid).