How to Pronounce Sporran

To pronounce "sporran", say SPORR-an — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈspɒɹən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈspɒɹən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sporran”

"sporran" has 2 syllables: sporr-an. It rhymes with foreign and warren, if that helps it stick.

What does sporran mean?

noun

  1. A small pouch, usually made of either fur or plain or fur-trimmed leather, which is worn, suspended from a belt or chain, on the front of a kilt and used to hold various items normally carried in trouser pockets.

Words that rhyme with sporran

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

foreignwarrenthorongorhenmurrinkorinaurinchlorinboreenfloranwarrinlorin

Related words

kiltcantlespur-leathertrousesuspenders

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sporran"?▾

"Sporran" has 2 syllables: sporr · an.

What is the IPA transcription of "sporran"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sporran" is /ˈspɒɹən/.

What does "sporran" mean?▾

Sporran: A small pouch, usually made of either fur or plain or fur-trimmed leather, which is worn, suspended from a belt or chain, on the front of a kilt and used to hold various items normally carried in trouser pockets.

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