How to Pronounce Morgue

To pronounce "morgue", say MORG-ue — 2 syllables, IPA /mɔːɡ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/mɔːɡ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “morgue”

"morgue" has 2 syllables: morg-ue. It rhymes with bourg and orgue, if that helps it stick.

What does morgue mean?

noun

  1. A supercilious or haughty attitude; arrogance.
  2. A building or room where dead bodies are kept before their proper burial or cremation, particularly in legal and law enforcement contexts.

Synonyms

mortuary

Words that rhyme with morgue

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bourgorgueorgbjorgeborgforguefribourgheisbourgjoerglaforgeluxembourgrichbourg

Related words

mortuaryhaughtinessdeadattendantexaminercoronerflashlightbag

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "morgue"?▾

"Morgue" has 2 syllables: morg · ue.

What is the IPA transcription of "morgue"?▾

The IPA transcription of "morgue" is /mɔːɡ/.

What does "morgue" mean?▾

Morgue: A supercilious or haughty attitude; arrogance.

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