What is how to pronounce abhor?

The pronunciation of "abhor" can be broken down as follows:

• Phonetic Transcription: /əbˈhɔːr/

• Syllabification: ab‧hor. It's a two-syllable word.

• Stress: The stress is on the second syllable ("-hor"). This means you should say the second syllable with slightly more emphasis. Check out <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Syllable%20Stress">Syllable Stress</a> for more information.

• Vowel Sounds:

  • The "a" in "ab-" is pronounced as a schwa sound (ə), a very short, unstressed vowel sound, similar to the "a" in "about." Learn about <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Schwa%20Sound">Schwa Sound</a>.
  • The "o" in "-hor" is pronounced as a broad "o" sound (ɔː), similar to the "aw" in "law" or "caught." Study <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Vowel%20Sounds">Vowel Sounds</a>.

• "h" Sound: The "h" is pronounced. The presence of an "h" is important.

• Final "r": In many English dialects, especially American English, the final "r" is pronounced, giving a clear "r" sound at the end. In some British dialects, the "r" might be silent or very lightly pronounced. Read more about <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Pronunciation%20in%20Different%20Dialects">Pronunciation in Different Dialects</a>.