How to Pronounce "mort"
word
/ˈmɔɹt/
mort
/mˈɔːt/
mawt
Definition
French word for 'death.' In English, 'mort' is used in some expressions borrowed from French, especially in literature or history.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈmɔɹt/
British English
/mˈɔːt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
mort
UK
mawt
Listen in Context
The French word 'mort' means 'death.'
In some books, you may see the term 'mort' used for dramatic effect.
The phrase 'la petite mort' is sometimes used in English literature.
He used the word 'mort' to give his poem a touch of French elegance.