How to Pronounce Poured

To pronounce "poured", say POUR-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /pɔːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/pɔːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “poured”

"poured" has 2 syllables: pour-ed. It rhymes with accord and lord, if that helps it stick.

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

What does poured mean?

verb

  1. To cause (liquid, or liquid-like substance) to flow in a stream, either out of a container or into it.

    “pour water from a jug”

  2. To send out as in a stream or a flood; to cause (an emotion) to come out; to cause to escape.

Synonyms

shinkskink

Words that rhyme with poured

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "poured"?▾

"Poured" has 2 syllables: pour · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "poured"?▾

The IPA transcription of "poured" is /pɔːd/.

What does "poured" mean?▾

Poured: To cause (liquid, or liquid-like substance) to flow in a stream, either out of a container or into it.

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