How to Pronounce Mortise

To pronounce "mortise", say MORT-is-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈmɔː(ɹ).təs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈmɔː(ɹ).təs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “mortise”

"mortise" has 3 syllables: mort-is-e.

What does mortise mean?

noun

  1. A hole that is made to receive a tenon so as to form a joint.
  2. Stability; power of adhesion.

verb

  1. To cut a mortise in.
  2. To join by a mortise and tenon.

Related words

morticetenonhauncheddovetailjointingjointurejointrelish

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mortise"?▾

"Mortise" has 3 syllables: mort · is · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "mortise"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mortise" is /ˈmɔː(ɹ).təs/.

What does "mortise" mean?▾

Mortise: A hole that is made to receive a tenon so as to form a joint.

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