How to Pronounce Abhorrent

To pronounce "abhorrent", say ABH-orr-ent — 3 syllables, IPA /æbˈ(h)ɒɹ.ənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/æbˈ(h)ɒɹ.ənt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “abhorrent”

"abhorrent" has 3 syllables: abh-orr-ent. It rhymes with torrent and warrant, if that helps it stick.

What does abhorrent mean?

adjective

  1. Inconsistent with, or far removed from, something; strongly opposed

    “abhorrent thoughts”

  2. Contrary to something; discordant.

Words that rhyme with abhorrent

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

torrentwarranthorrentforintsporontdurrant

Related words

detestablerepugnantrepulsiveoffensiveobsceneabominableodioushateful

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "abhorrent"?▾

"Abhorrent" has 3 syllables: abh · orr · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "abhorrent"?▾

The IPA transcription of "abhorrent" is /æbˈ(h)ɒɹ.ənt/.

What does "abhorrent" mean?▾

Abhorrent: Inconsistent with, or far removed from, something; strongly opposed

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