How to Pronounce Sorta

To pronounce "sorta", say SORT-a — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsɔːtə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈsɔːtə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sorta”

"sorta" has 2 syllables: sort-a. It rhymes with aorta and torta, if that helps it stick.

What does sorta mean?

adverb

  1. Approximately; in a way; partially; not quite; somewhat.

    “It sort of makes sense the way he explains it, but I still don't really understand.”

Synonyms

kind of

Words that rhyme with sorta

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

aortatortaalcorta

Related words

kindasomewhatslightlysomehowishprettyweirdbasically

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sorta"?▾

"Sorta" has 2 syllables: sort · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "sorta"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sorta" is /ˈsɔːtə/.

What does "sorta" mean?▾

Sorta: Approximately; in a way; partially; not quite; somewhat.

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