How to Pronounce Succour

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈsʌkə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “succour”

"succour" has 2 syllables: succ-our. It rhymes with smicker and shicker, if that helps it stick.

What does succour 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 succour

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

smickershickerchukker

Related words

succorministrationreliefhelpaidassistancerescueemergency

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "succour"?▾

"Succour" has 2 syllables: succ · our.

What is the IPA transcription of "succour"?▾

The IPA transcription of "succour" is /ˈsʌkə/.

What does "succour" mean?▾

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

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