How to pronounce effort

Say it like this: /ˈɛf.ɚt/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ˈɛf.ɚt/

British/ˈɛf.ət/

What does effort mean?

nounThe work involved in performing an activity; exertion.

“take a lot of effort”

An endeavor.

“Although he didn't win any medals, Johnson's effort at the Olympics won over many fans.”

A force acting on a body in the direction of its motion.

“the two bodies between which the effort acts”

verbTo make an effort.

To strengthen, fortify or stimulate

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