How Do You Spell RORT?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈɔːt] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "rort" can be a bit confusing due to the unexpected combination of letters. In IPA phonetic transcription, the word is pronounced as /rɔːt/. The "r" is pronounced with an open mid-central vowel sound, while the "o" sounds like the "aw" sound in "saw". The final "t" is pronounced like a regular English "t". Despite its unusual spelling, "rort" is a commonly used word in Australian English, meaning a fraudulent or dishonest act.

RORT Meaning and Definition

  1. "Rort" is a colloquial term that is primarily used in Australian English and may be defined as an act of fraud, deception, or wrongdoing in order to obtain personal gain or advantage. It typically involves dishonest or unscrupulous behavior with the intention of misleading or swindling others.

    The term is often associated with practices that exploit loopholes or manipulate systems for illicit gains, usually in the context of financial or business activities. These activities could include fraudulent schemes, scams, or any form of unscrupulous practices aimed at deceiving victims and acquiring their assets, money, or services through deceitful means.

    The word "rort" is commonly used to describe cases where individuals or organizations exploit flaws in regulations, exploit bureaucratic processes, or take advantage of poorly designed systems or procedures. It is frequently employed in journalistic and political debates, highlighting cases of corruption, embezzlement, or deceptive practices.

    While "rort" often carries a negative connotation, it can also be used in a less serious context to describe minor acts of dishonesty or bending of rules for personal advantage, such as fudging expenses, claiming undeserved benefits, or engaging in mild deception.

    Overall, "rort" refers to engaging in deceptive behavior or manipulative tactics to gain an unfair advantage, often at the expense of others or the system as a whole.

Common Misspellings for RORT

Etymology of RORT

The word "rort" originated in Australia and New Zealand, where it is slang for a fraudulent or dishonest scheme or activity. It can refer to a scam, racket, or con. The etymology of the word is uncertain, but it is believed to have appeared around the mid-20th century. Some sources suggest that "rort" may have originated as a blend of the words "retort" and "racket", emphasizing the cunning or deceitful nature of the activity. However, this is a speculative explanation, and the true origins of the word remain unclear.

Plural form of RORT is RORTS

Conjugate verb Rort

CONDITIONAL

I would rort
you would rort
he/she/it would rort
we would rort
they would rort

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be rorting
you would be rorting
he/she/it would be rorting
we would be rorting
they would be rorting

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have rort
you would have rort
he/she/it would have rort
we would have rort
they would have rort

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been rorting
you would have been rorting
he/she/it would have been rorting
we would have been rorting
they would have been rorting

FUTURE

I will rort
you will rort
he/she/it will rort
we will rort
they will rort

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be rorting
you will be rorting
he/she/it will be rorting
we will be rorting
they will be rorting

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have rorted
you will have rorted
he/she/it will have rorted
we will have rorted
they will have rorted

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been rorting
you will have been rorting
he/she/it will have been rorting
we will have been rorting
they will have been rorting

IMPERATIVE

you rort
we let´s rort

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to rort

PAST

I rorted
you rorted
he/she/it rorted
we rorted
they rorted

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was rorting
you were rorting
he/she/it was rorting
we were rorting
they were rorting

PAST PARTICIPLE

rorted

PAST PERFECT

I had rorted
you had rorted
he/she/it had rorted
we had rorted
they had rorted

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been rorting
you had been rorting
he/she/it had been rorting
we had been rorting
they had been rorting

PRESENT

I rort
you rort
he/she/it rorts
we rort
they rort

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am rorting
you are rorting
he/she/it is rorting
we are rorting
they are rorting

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

rorting

PRESENT PERFECT

I have rorted
you have rorted
he/she/it has rorted
we have rorted
they have rorted

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been rorting
you have been rorting
he/she/it has been rorting
we have been rorting
they have been rorting

Infographic

Add the infographic to your website: