How to Pronounce "according"
word
/əˈkɔɹdɪŋ/
uh-KOR-ding
/ɐkˈɔːdɪŋ/
uh-KAW-ding
Definition
Used to show that something is based on what someone says, what is written, or a particular source. It is most common in patterns like 'according to'.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈkɔɹdɪŋ/
British English
/ɐkˈɔːdɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-KOR-ding
UK
uh-KAW-ding
Listen in Context
According to the teacher, the test is tomorrow.
According to this map, the bank is on King Street.
According to my phone, it's 8:15 now.
According to Jake, everyone already knew about the plan.