How to pronounce wordlore
Say it like WURD-lor. Wordlore has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WURD).
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- WURD
- lor
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wordlore pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WURDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- lorGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of wordlore
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WURD-law.
What does wordlore mean?
- The science, study, or knowledge of words.
Where does wordlore come from?
From word + lore. Compare Old English wordlār (“verbal teaching or instruction”).
Questions about saying wordlore
How do you pronounce wordlore?
Say WURD-lor. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɝdˌloʊr/. In British English it is /ˈwɜːdˌlɔː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wordlore?
Wordlore has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WURD). Broken into parts: WURD · lor.
Is wordlore 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 /ˈwɜːdˌlɔː/ (WURD-law).