How to Pronounce "horner"
word
ˈhɔɹnɝ
HAWR-ner
ˈhɔːnə
HAW-nuh
Definition
Historically, a 'horner' was someone who made objects from animal horn; it is also used as an English surname.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɔɹnɝ
British English
ˈhɔːnə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAWR-ner
UK
HAW-nuh
Listen in Context
In the past, a horner made buttons and combs from animal horns.
Many people today have the last name Horner.
A horner used special tools to shape the horn.
My neighbor’s last name is Horner—he says it’s pretty common in England.