Is trot a short o word?

No, "trot" is not a short "o" word. It has a long "o" sound.

Here's why:

* Short "o" sound: Sounds like the "o" in "hot", "lot", "cot".

* Long "o" sound: Sounds like the "o" in "go", "so", "toe".

The "o" in "trot" sounds like the "o" in "toe", making it a long "o" sound.