English pronunciation · Words Starting with S
Sort Pronunciation
Sort is pronounced SAWRT, IPA /ˈsɔrt/.
SAWRT
US /ˈsɔrt/ · UK /ˈsɔːt/
Syllables: SAWRT (1 syllable)
noun and verb: A kind or type of thing, or to put things into order.
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Sort in a Sentence
- What sort of paint did they use on the door?
- He sorted the post into two trays.
- That sort of delay is normal in August.
Common Mispronunciations of Sort
Not SOHRT
The vowel is the aw of saw, held in front of the r, and never the oh of so.
Not SUHRT
Nothing in the spelling calls for the ur of hurt. Aim the mouth low and open before the r.
Tip: In southern England sort and sought are near twins, while American speech keeps the r audible.
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