How to Pronounce Spores

To pronounce "spores", say SPOR-es — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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SPOR-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “spores”

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

What does spores mean?

noun

  1. A reproductive particle, usually a single cell, released by a fungus, alga, or plant that may germinate into another.
  2. A thick resistant particle produced by a bacterium or protist to survive in harsh or unfavorable conditions.

verb

  1. To produce spores.

Words that rhyme with spores

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

corpsdrawersscoresyoursmentorsexploreschoresdoorsrestoresborsabhorspours

Related words

ascosporesbacteriagermsswarmendosporesmicrosporesmegasporeszoospores

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "spores"?▾

"Spores" has 2 syllables: spor · es.

What does "spores" mean?▾

Spores: A reproductive particle, usually a single cell, released by a fungus, alga, or plant that may germinate into another.

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