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Try LingUp Now!Start with the 's' sound, like in 'see'.
Follow with 'k' as in 'cat'.
Finish with 'orn', with the vowel sound like in 'born'.
sch-orn (incorrect vowel sound)
sk-orn (adding extra vowel)
scorn-e (silent 'e' pronounced)
Begin with the 's' sound, similar to 'see'.
Continue with the 'k' like in 'kite'.
End with 'ɔːn', a long vowel sound like in 'thought'.
sch-orn (incorrect vowel sound)
sk-orn (adding extra vowel)
scorn-e (silent 'e' pronounced)
It uses the 'o' sound as in 'born'.
Yes, the 'r' is pronounced in an American accent, but less so in British.
There is one syllable.
To feel or express contempt or disdain.
/ˈskɔrnfəl/
Full of scorn.
/ˈskɔrnfəli/
In a scornful manner.
/ˈskɔrnər/
One who scorns.
- 'ful' adds an extra syllable.
- Adds 'fully', different intonation.
- 'ner' adds a voiced ending.
In 'scorn', remember there is no 'e' sound at the end; it's silent.
Make sure the 'or' is clear; it can be confused with 'ur' or 'er'.
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