How to pronounce "endorse"

endorse

Sports & Recreation
American
/ɪnˈdɔrs/

Syllable Breakdown

en dorse

How natives say endorse

British
/ɪnˈdɔːs/

Syllable Breakdown

en dorse

How natives say endorse

Pronunciation Guide In American

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with a short 'i' as in 'bit': /ɪn/.

  • Emphasize the 'dors' with a rounded 'or' sound: /ˈdɔrs/.

  • Blend the two parts smoothly: /ɪnˈdɔrs/.

Common Mistakes

  • missing the stress on the second syllable (en-dorse)

  • pronouncing 'en' as 'een' (een-dorse)

  • using a long 'o' instead of a short one (en-dors)

Pronunciation Guide In British

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with a short 'i' as in 'bit': /ɪn/.

  • Emphasize the 'dors' with a longer 'aw' sound: /ˈdɔːs/.

  • Blend the two parts smoothly: /ɪnˈdɔːs/.

common mistakes

  • misplacing the stress on the first syllable (en-dorse)

  • pronouncing 'en' as 'een' (een-dorse)

  • using a short 'o' instead of a long one (en-dors)

FAQ

Where is the stress in 'endorse'?

The stress is on the second syllable: en-DORSE.

Is 'endorse' pronounced with a long vowel?

Yes, in British English, 'endorse' has a long vowel sound in the second syllable.

How do I avoid saying 'een-dorse'?

Keep the 'i' short as in 'bit', not long as in 'seen'.

Definition

endorse

To publicly support or approve something.

Word Family

endorsement

/ɪnˈdɔrsmənt/

noun

A public backing or approval

Example: The athlete received an endorsement deal.

endorsing

/ɪnˈdɔrsɪŋ/

verb

The act of supporting publicly

Example: She is endorsing the new candidate.

endorsed

/ɪnˈdɔrst/

verb

Having supported publicly

Example: The product was endorsed by a celebrity.

Key Pronunciation Differences

Stress shift and syllable length in 'endorsement'.

Different stress pattern when turning 'endorse' into 'endorsing'.

Sound simplification in past tense 'endorsed'.

Pro Tips

Focus on the Stress

Ensure you place the emphasis on the second syllable to sound natural.

Mind the Vowel

In British English, maintain the long vowel in 'dɔːs'; in American English, it is slightly shorter.

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