To pronounce "adored", say AD-or-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈdɔːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/əˈdɔːd/
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"adored" has 3 syllables: ad-or-ed. It rhymes with accord and lord, if that helps it stick.
verb
“It is obvious to everyone that Gerry adores Heather.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Adored" has 3 syllables: ad · or · ed.
The IPA transcription of "adored" is /əˈdɔːd/.
Adored: To worship.
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