How to Pronounce “endorse”

American (US)

/ɪnˈdoɹs/

British (UK)

/ɪnˈdɔːs/

Australian (AU)

/ɪnˈdoːs/

verb — To express support or approval, especially officially or publicly; to give an endorsement.

Example: The president endorsed John Smith as senator.

The final e is silent. The transcription /ɪnˈdoɹs/ ends on a consonant sound, so the written e at the end of “endorse” is not pronounced.

Where the stress falls. “endorse” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ɪnˈdoɹs/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the second one — so the second syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.

What does "endorse" mean?

endorse (verb): To express support or approval, especially officially or publicly; to give an endorsement. For example — The president endorsed John Smith as senator.

How do you pronounce "endorse" in American vs British English?

American English: /ɪnˈdoɹs/. British English: /ɪnˈdɔːs/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.

What is the IPA transcription of "endorse"?

/ɪnˈdoɹs/ in American English, /ɪnˈdɔːs/ in British English, /ɪnˈdoːs/ in Australian English.

Which syllable is stressed in "endorse"?

“endorse” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ɪnˈdoɹs/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the second one — so the second syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.