How to pronounce torpor
Say it like TOR-per. Torpor has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TOR).
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- TOR
- per
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Torpor pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of torpor
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TAW-puh.
What does torpor mean?
- A state of being inactive or stuporous.
- A state of apathy or lethargy.
- A state similar to hibernation characterized by energy-conserving, very deep sleep.
Where does torpor come from?
From Latin torpor (“numbness”), from torpeō (“to be numb”).
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Questions about saying torpor
How do you pronounce torpor?
Say TOR-per. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɔrpɚ/. In British English it is /ˈtɔːpə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in torpor?
Torpor has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TOR). Broken into parts: TOR · per.
Is torpor 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 /ˈtɔːpə/ (TAW-puh).