How to Pronounce Contort

To pronounce "contort", say CONT-ort — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

CONT-ort

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💡 Tip for remembering “contort”

"contort" has 2 syllables: cont-ort. It rhymes with snort and support, if that helps it stick.

What does contort mean?

verb

  1. To twist in a violent manner.

    “features contorted with fury.”

  2. To twist into or as if into a strained shape or expression.

Synonyms

deformdetorttwist

Words that rhyme with contort

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

snortsupportthwartshortcourtdistortretortreportescortpurportexhortport

Related words

wringdistortdeformwarptwistconvulseretrotortwrithe

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "contort"?▾

"Contort" has 2 syllables: cont · ort.

What does "contort" mean?▾

Contort: To twist in a violent manner.

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