How to Pronounce Snore

To pronounce "snore", say SNOR-e — 2 syllables, IPA /snɔː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/snɔː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “snore”

"snore" has 2 syllables: snor-e. It rhymes with implore and core, if that helps it stick.

What does snore mean?

noun

  1. The act of snoring, and the noise produced.
  2. An extremely boring person or event.

verb

  1. To breathe during sleep with harsh, snorting noises caused by vibration of the soft palate.

Synonyms

snoozefestsnorefestsaw wood

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Words that rhyme with snore

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implorecorefurthermoreabhorwhorefrorethereforescoregoresorelorerapport

Related words

stertorsnortrhonchusoutsnoresnufflenasalizesnortlesnorin'

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "snore"?▾

"Snore" has 2 syllables: snor · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "snore"?▾

The IPA transcription of "snore" is /snɔː/.

What does "snore" mean?▾

Snore: The act of snoring, and the noise produced.

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