How to pronounce warthog
Say it like WORT-hawg. Warthog has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WORT).
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- WORT
- hawg
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Warthog pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WORTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- hawgGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of warthog
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WAWT-hog.
What does warthog mean?
- A wild pig of the genus Phacochoerus, native to Africa.
- A nickname for the A-10 Thunderbolt II air support warplane
Where does warthog come from?
From wart + hog.
Questions about saying warthog
How do you pronounce warthog?
Say WORT-hawg. The American pronunciation is /ˈwoʊrtˌhɔɡ/. In British English it is /ˈwɔːtˌhɒɡ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in warthog?
Warthog has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WORT). Broken into parts: WORT · hawg.
Is warthog 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 /ˈwɔːtˌhɒɡ/ (WAWT-hog).