How to pronounce Sword in English

Sword is pronounced SORD (IPA /sɔːrd/). The 'w' is silent — it sounds exactly like 'soared'.

IPA: /sɔːrd/

Syllables: SORD

Common ESL mistake: Learners pronounce the 'w' saying 'swohrd' or 'swerd'.

Tip: The 'w' is silent — it sounds exactly like 'soared'.

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