To pronounce "honour", say HON-our — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɒnə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈɒnə(ɹ)/
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"honour" has 2 syllables: hon-our. It rhymes with dishonor and fawner, if that helps it stick.
noun
“The crowds gave the returning general much honor and praise.”
“He was a most perfect knight, for he had great honor and chivalry.”
verb
“The freedom fighters will be forever remembered and honored by the people.”
“I trusted you, but you have not honored your promise.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Honour" has 2 syllables: hon · our.
The IPA transcription of "honour" is /ˈɒnə(ɹ)/.
Honour: Recognition of importance or value; respect; veneration (of someone, usually for being morally upright or successful)
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