How to Pronounce "resort"
word
/ɹiˈsɔɹt/, /ɹiˈzɔɹt/, /ɹɪˈzɔɹt/
ri-SORT, ri-ZORT
/ɹɪˈzɔːt/
ri-ZAWT
Definition
A resort is a place where people go on vacation to relax and enjoy activities. It can also mean a method or action used when other options have failed, especially in the phrase 'as a last resort'.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɹiˈsɔɹt/, /ɹiˈzɔɹt/, /ɹɪˈzɔɹt/
British English
/ɹɪˈzɔːt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-SORT, ri-ZORT
UK
ri-ZAWT
Listen in Context
We stayed at a beach resort for three days.
This mountain resort is popular in winter.
As a last resort, we called the police.
We found a small resort with a great pool and amazing food.