How to pronounce Lamar
Say it like luh-MAR. Lamar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MAR).
- luh
- MAR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lamar pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- luhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- MARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of Lamar
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: luh-MAH.
What does Lamar mean?
- A city in Johnson County, Arkansas.
- A city, the county seat of Prowers County, Colorado.
- An unincorporated community in Clay Township, Spencer County, Indiana.
Where does Lamar come from?
From a placename in Normandy, which was derived from Old French la mare (“the pool”).
Words that rhyme with Lamar
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of Lamar.
Questions about saying Lamar
How do you pronounce Lamar?
Say luh-MAR. The American pronunciation is /ləˈmɑr/. In British English it is /ləˈmɑː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Lamar?
Lamar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MAR). Broken into parts: luh · MAR.
Is Lamar 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 /ləˈmɑː/ (luh-MAH).