How to Pronounce Harlot

To pronounce "harlot", say HARL-ot — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhɑːlət/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈhɑːlət/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “harlot”

"harlot" has 2 syllables: harl-ot. It rhymes with varlet and scarlet, if that helps it stick.

What does harlot mean?

noun

  1. A female prostitute.
  2. A female who is considered promiscuous.

verb

  1. To play the harlot; to practice lewdness.

adjective

  1. (now uncommon) Wanton; lewd; low; base.

Synonyms

skeezerslutwhoreharlotize

Words that rhyme with harlot

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

varletscarletstarletstarlitcharlottecharlotbarlettcharletmarlattmarlettparlettscarlett

Related words

whorebawdprostitutetrolloptartcocottecyprian

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "harlot"?▾

"Harlot" has 2 syllables: harl · ot.

What is the IPA transcription of "harlot"?▾

The IPA transcription of "harlot" is /ˈhɑːlət/.

What does "harlot" mean?▾

Harlot: A female prostitute.

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