How to Pronounce Contorted

To pronounce "contorted", say CONT-ort-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

CONT-ort-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “contorted”

"contorted" has 3 syllables: cont-ort-ed. It rhymes with retorted and purported, if that helps it stick.

What does contorted 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

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Words that rhyme with contorted

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retortedpurportedthwartedassorteddistortedsupportedescortedcourtedextortedsnortedabortedsorted

Related words

writhentwistedcrookeddistortedwrithedwrywarpeddistorting

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "contorted"?▾

"Contorted" has 3 syllables: cont · ort · ed.

What does "contorted" mean?▾

Contorted: To twist in a violent manner.

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