How to Pronounce Abhor

To pronounce "abhor", say ABH-or — 2 syllables, IPA /əbˈhɔː(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

5

Letters

/əbˈhɔː(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “abhor”

"abhor" has 2 syllables: abh-or. It rhymes with implore and core, if that helps it stick.

What does abhor mean?

verb

  1. To regard with horror or detestation; to shrink back with shuddering from; to feel excessive repugnance toward; to detest to extremity; to loathe.

    “I absolutely abhor being stuck in traffic jams”

  2. To fill with horror or disgust.

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Words that rhyme with abhor

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implorecorefurthermorewhorefrorethereforescoregoresorelorerapportdeplore

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "abhor"?▾

"Abhor" has 2 syllables: abh · or.

What is the IPA transcription of "abhor"?▾

The IPA transcription of "abhor" is /əbˈhɔː(ɹ)/.

What does "abhor" mean?▾

Abhor: To regard with horror or detestation; to shrink back with shuddering from; to feel excessive repugnance toward; to detest to extremity; to loathe.

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