English pronunciation · Words Starting with H
Hoard Pronunciation
Hoard is pronounced HAWRD, IPA /ˈhɔrd/.
HAWRD
US /ˈhɔrd/ · UK /ˈhɔːd/
Syllables: HAWRD (1 syllable)
noun and verb: A store of something built up and hidden away, or to build up such a store.
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Hoard in a Sentence
- A hoard of Roman coins was found under the field.
- People started to hoard tinned food that spring.
- His hoard of spare parts filled two sheds.
Common Mispronunciations of Hoard
Not HOH-erd
One syllable. The oa is a single long aw sound running straight into the r.
Tip: Hoard and horde are said identically. A hoard is a pile of things, a horde is a crowd of people.
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