How to Pronounce "sorta"
word
/ˈsɔːrtə/
SOR-duh
/sˈɔːtɐ/
SAW-tuh
Definition
'Sorta' is an informal, spoken way to say 'sort of', meaning 'kind of' or 'a little bit', used when something is true to some extent but not completely.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsɔːrtə/
British English
/sˈɔːtɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SOR-duh
UK
SAW-tuh
Listen in Context
I'm sorta hungry, but not enough for a big meal.
It was sorta funny, but not hilarious.
Do you sorta understand what I mean?
I was sorta hoping you'd call me back last night.