How to pronounce warlord
Say it like WOR-lord. Warlord has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WOR).
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- WOR
- lord
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Warlord pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- lordGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of warlord
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WAW-lawd.
What does warlord mean?
- A military commander or bandit leader wielding civilian power in an area where the government is weak.
Where does warlord come from?
From war + lord.
Questions about saying warlord
How do you pronounce warlord?
Say WOR-lord. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɔrˌlɔrd/. In British English it is /ˈwɔːlɔːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in warlord?
Warlord has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WOR). Broken into parts: WOR · lord.
Is warlord 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 /ˈwɔːlɔːd/ (WAW-lawd).