How to pronounce carmaker
Say it like KAR-may-ker. Carmaker has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAR).
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- KAR
- may
- ker
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Carmaker pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- mayGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- kerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of carmaker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAH-may-kuh.
What does carmaker mean?
- A manufacturer of automobiles.
Where does carmaker come from?
From car + maker.
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Questions about saying carmaker
How do you pronounce carmaker?
Say KAR-may-ker. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑrˌmeɪkɚ/. In British English it is /ˈkɑːˌmeɪkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in carmaker?
Carmaker has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAR). Broken into parts: KAR · may · ker.
Is carmaker pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈkɑːˌmeɪkə/ (KAH-may-kuh).