How to pronounce claymore
Say it like KLAY-mor. Claymore has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLAY).
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- KLAY
- mor
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Claymore pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- morGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of claymore
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KLAY-mor.
What does claymore mean?
- A large two-handed sword historically used by the Scottish Highlanders.
- Alternative letter-case form of Claymore (“antipersonnel mine”).
Where does claymore come from?
Borrowed from Scottish Gaelic claidheamh-mòr.
Questions about saying claymore
How do you pronounce claymore?
Say KLAY-mor. The American pronunciation is /ˈkleɪˌmɔr/. In British English it is /ˈkleɪmɔːr/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in claymore?
Claymore has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLAY). Broken into parts: KLAY · mor.
Is claymore 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 /ˈkleɪmɔːr/ (KLAY-mor).