Meaning of the word sorta in English

What does sorta mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

sorta

US /ˈsɔːr.t̬ə/
UK /ˈsɔː.tə/

Adverb

somewhat; to a certain extent (informal abbreviation of 'sort of')

Example:
I'm sorta tired after that long walk.
It's sorta cold outside, so bring a jacket.