To pronounce "effort", say EFF-ort — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɛfət/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈɛfət/
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"effort" has 2 syllables: eff-ort. It rhymes with befort and geffert, if that helps it stick.
noun
“It took a lot of effort to find a decent-sized, fully-furnished apartment within walking distance of the office. He made a conscious effort to not appear affected by the stories in the paper.”
“Although he didn't win any medals, Johnson's effort at the Olympics won over many fans.”
verb
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"Effort" has 2 syllables: eff · ort.
The IPA transcription of "effort" is /ˈɛfət/.
Effort: The work involved in performing an activity; exertion.
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