How to Pronounce Succor

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

SUCC-or

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💡 Tip for remembering “succor”

"succor" has 2 syllables: succ-or. It rhymes with sucker and fucker, if that helps it stick.

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

What does succor mean?

noun

  1. Aid, assistance, or relief given to one in distress; ministration.
  2. Aid or assistance in the form of military equipment and soldiers, especially reinforcements sent to support military action.

verb

  1. To give aid, assistance, or help.
  2. To provide aid or assistance in the form of military equipment and soldiers; in particular, for helping a place under siege.

Words that rhyme with succor

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

suckerfuckerpuckermotherfuckerbloodsuckertuckerprickertruckerbuckertrickerpluckerchucker

Related words

succourministrationreliefaidsolaceconsolationnourishmentsuccours

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "succor"?▾

"Succor" has 2 syllables: succ · or.

What does "succor" mean?▾

Succor: Aid, assistance, or relief given to one in distress; ministration.

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