How to Pronounce Harbors

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

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Syllables

7

Letters

HARB-ors

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💡 Tip for remembering “harbors”

"harbors" has 2 syllables: harb-ors. It rhymes with barbers and arbors, if that helps it stick.

What does harbors mean?

verb

  1. To provide a harbor or safe place for.

    “The docks, which once harbored tall ships, now harbor only petty thieves.”

  2. To take refuge or shelter in a protected expanse of water.

    “The fleet harbored in the south.”

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Words that rhyme with harbors

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barbersarborsgarbers

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "harbors"?▾

"Harbors" has 2 syllables: harb · ors.

What does "harbors" mean?▾

Harbors: To provide a harbor or safe place for.

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