How to pronounce macaron
Say it like mak-uh-RAHN. Macaron has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (RAHN).
- mak
- uh
- RAHN
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tip: The French cookie is 'mak-uh-RON', stressed at the end. A macaroon is a different coconut treat.
Macaron pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- makGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- RAHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of macaron
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: mak-uh-RON.
What does macaron mean?
- Any of various confections made with almond and egg white, traditionally made in France.
Where does macaron come from?
Borrowed from French macaron.
Words that rhyme with macaron
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of macaron.
Questions about saying macaron
How do you pronounce macaron?
Say mak-uh-RAHN. The American pronunciation is /ˌmækəˈrɑn/. In British English it is /ˌmækəˈrɒn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in macaron?
Macaron has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (RAHN). Broken into parts: mak · uh · RAHN.
Is macaron pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˌmækəˈrɒn/ (mak-uh-RON).