How to Pronounce Hr

To pronounce "hr", say HR — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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What does hr mean?

noun

  1. A time period of sixty minutes; one twenty-fourth of a day.

    “I spent an hour at lunch.”

  2. A season, moment, or time.

noun

  1. Initialism of horizontal rule.

Synonyms

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hr"?▾

"Hr" has one syllable.

What does "hr" mean?▾

Hr: A time period of sixty minutes; one twenty-fourth of a day.

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