whore

How to Split "whore" into Syllables

The word whore is divided into 2 syllables: who·re. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• who — 1st syllable
• re — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of whore:

• IPA: /hɔː/

📖 Definitions

1. whore (plural whores)(vulgar, derogatory)
2. Synonym of prostitute: a person (especially a woman) who offers sexual services for payment.

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English hore, from Old English hōre, from Proto-Germanic *hōrǭ, from Proto-Indo-European *kéh₂ros (“loved”), from *keh₂- (“to wish; desire”). Cognate with Dutch hoer, German Hure, Old Norse hóra as well as Sanskrit चारु (cā́ru, “dear”), Latin cārus (“dear, expensive”), and Irish cara (“friend”). The unetymological spelling with wh- superficially denotes a formerly standard pronunciation with an excrescent /w/ (such as in whole), but such a form...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

Understanding how to break down whore into syllables helps with:

• Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
• Improved spelling — Breaking words into chunks makes them easier to remember and write
• Reading fluency — Recognizing syllable patterns speeds up reading comprehension
• Poetry and lyrics — Syllable counting is essential for meter and rhythm
• Language learning — Non-native speakers benefit from syllable awareness

📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare whore with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
whore	2	who·re
weary	2	wea-ry
who're	2	who'-re
wirer	2	wir-er
wherry	2	wher-ry

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to whore:

who, whoa, whom, whop, who'd, whole, whoop, whorl.