Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

-lord

/lɔɹd/

Word Rarity Common

Frequency: 5.10 in modern English

Syllables
-lord
IPA
/lɔɹd/
5
Scrabble Score
4
Letters
2
Syllables
4
Unique Chars

Meaning

suffix

Someone who exercises power through a particular means.

suffix

forms intensifiers of an epithet or insult

Derogatory; Slang

suffix

Someone who engages in a disapproved activity.

Derogatory; Slang

Example Sentences

Etymology

From lord.

Regional Pronunciation

  • American English: /lɔɹd/
  • British English: /lɔːd/

Usage

Homonyms

lord laud (non-rhotic) lored (horse-hoarse merger)

Rhymes With

guide board destination board unoared

Questions

How do you pronounce -lord?
The recorded pronunciation is /lɔɹd/.
What does -lord mean?
Someone who exercises power through a particular means.
Where does -lord come from?
From lord.

How to pronounce -lord

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “-lord”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling (/lɔɹd/) so you know which sounds to aim for.
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  4. Repeat and practice — Say “-lord” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.