How to pronounce macaque
Say it like muh-KAK. Macaque has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KAK).
- muh
- KAK
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Macaque pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- KAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of macaque
American and British speakers say macaque in essentially the same way: /məˈkæk/ in the US and /məˈkæk/ in the UK.
British respelling: muh-KAK.
What does macaque mean?
- Any of a group of Old World monkeys of the genus Macaca.
Where does macaque come from?
Unadapted borrowing from French macaque, from Portuguese macaco, of uncertain origin (see macaco for more).
Words that rhyme with macaque
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of macaque.
Questions about saying macaque
How do you pronounce macaque?
Say muh-KAK. The American pronunciation is /məˈkæk/. In British English it is /məˈkæk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in macaque?
Macaque has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KAK). Broken into parts: muh · KAK.
Do Americans and Brits say macaque the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /məˈkæk/ and the British form is /məˈkæk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.