How to pronounce sorter
Say it like SOR-ter. Sorter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SOR).
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- SOR
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sorter 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.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of sorter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SAW-tuh.
What does sorter mean?
- A person employed to sort.
- A machine or algorithm that performs sorting.
- Pronunciation spelling of sorta
Where does sorter come from?
From sort + -er.
Words that rhyme with sorter
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of sorter.
Questions about saying sorter
How do you pronounce sorter?
Say SOR-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɔrtɚ/. In British English it is /ˈsɔːtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sorter?
Sorter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SOR). Broken into parts: SOR · ter.
Is sorter 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 /ˈsɔːtə/ (SAW-tuh).