“Manner” or “Manor”

Overview

manner / manor are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

manner: (noun) how something is done or how it happens. (noun) a way of acting or behaving. (noun) a kind.

manor: (noun) the mansion of a lord or wealthy person. (noun) the landed estate of a lord (including the house on it).

Pronunciation

manner: m·AE·n·er

manor: m·AE·n·er

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