How to pronounce "resort"

resort

Sports & Recreation
American
/rɪˈzɔrt/

Syllable Breakdown

re sort

How natives say resort

British
/rɪˈzɔːt/

Syllable Breakdown

re sort

How natives say resort

Pronunciation Guide In American

Pronunciation Steps

  • Step 1: Begin with the 'r' sound, similar to 'run'.

  • Step 2: Follow with 'i' as in 'it', but slightly relaxed.

  • Step 3: Finish with 'zort', stressing the 'o' as in 'or'.

Common Mistakes

  • re-zart (re-sort)

  • ree-zort (re-sort)

  • ra-sort (re-sort)

Pronunciation Guide In British

Pronunciation Steps

  • Step 1: Start with the 'r' sound, similar to 'ring'.

  • Step 2: Use 'i' as in 'sit', relaxed.

  • Step 3: Follow with 'zawt', elongating the 'aw' as in 'thought'.

common mistakes

  • ri-zot (re-sort)

  • ra-sort (re-sort)

  • ree-zort (re-sort)

FAQ

How many syllables does 'resort' have?

It has two syllables: re-sort.

Where is the stress in 'resort'?

The stress is on the second syllable: sort.

Why does 'resort' sound different in American and British English?

The vowel sounds in the second syllable vary, with a shorter sound in American English.

Definition

resort

A place where people go to relax and have fun.

Word Family

resorting

/rɪˈzɔrtɪŋ/

verb

Turning to something as a strategy.

Example: He was resorting to his last option.

resource

/ˈriːsɔrs/

noun

A supply that can be drawn upon.

Example: Water is a vital resource.

resolution

/ˌrɛzəˈluːʃən/

noun

A firm decision to do or not do something.

Example: He made a resolution to eat healthier.

Key Pronunciation Differences

Resorting - final syllable has 'ing' which uses a vowel+nasal sound.

Resource - starts with 'ree', pronounced 'ree-sour' with a stress shift.

Resolution - more complex with three syllables and different vowel sounds.

Pro Tips

Keep the stress right

Always stress the second syllable to avoid confusion.

Practice with context

Use 'resort' in sentences about vacation spots to help remember meaning.

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/ədˈvɛntʃər/

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/ˈæm.ə.tʃɚ/

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/əˈpil/

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/əˈpriʃiˌeɪt/

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/ˈæθ.liːt/

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/bɔl/

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/ˈbeɪ.sən/

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/ˈbæskɪt/

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