How to Pronounce "yore"
word
ˈjɔɹ
YOR
jˈɔː
YAW
Definition
A poetic or literary word meaning 'long ago' or 'in former times.'
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈjɔɹ
British English
jˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
YOR
UK
YAW
Listen in Context
People in the days of yore used candles to light their homes.
Legends from yore tell of brave heroes and epic battles.
Many customs from yore have disappeared over time.
He likes to talk about the great cities of yore, filled with wonder and mystery.