How to Pronounce Ores

To pronounce "ores", say OR-es — 2 syllables, IPA /ɔːz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

4

Letters

/ɔːz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ores”

"ores" has 2 syllables: or-es. It rhymes with corps and drawers, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: oars — easy to mix up when writing.

What does ores mean?

noun

  1. Rock or other material that contains valuable or utilitarian materials; primarily a rock containing metals or gems for which it is typically mined and processed.

Words that rhyme with ores

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

corpsdrawersscoresyoursmentorsexploreschoresdoorsrestoresborsabhorspours

Related words

concentratesmaterialsmetalsmineralmineralsminesrocksdeposits

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ores"?▾

"Ores" has 2 syllables: or · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "ores"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ores" is /ɔːz/.

What does "ores" mean?▾

Ores: Rock or other material that contains valuable or utilitarian materials; primarily a rock containing metals or gems for which it is typically mined and processed.

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