How to Pronounce "resorted"
word
ɹiˈsɔɹtɪd/, /ɹiˈzɔɹtɪd/, /ɹɪˈzɔɹtɪd
ri-ZOR-tid
rɪˈzɔːtɪd
ri-ZAW-tid
Definition
Past tense of 'resort' (to). Means to use or do something because no better option is available, often as a last choice.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹiˈsɔɹtɪd/, /ɹiˈzɔɹtɪd/, /ɹɪˈzɔɹtɪd
British English
rɪˈzɔːtɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-ZOR-tid
UK
ri-ZAW-tid
Listen in Context
He resorted to asking for help when he couldn't solve the problem.
She resorted to using her credit card to pay the bills.
The company resorted to layoffs during the crisis.
When talks broke down, they resorted to threats to get what they wanted.