How to pronounce mack
Say it like MAK. Mack is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- MAK
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mack pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of mack
American and British speakers say mack in essentially the same way: /mæk/ in the US and /mæk/ in the UK.
British respelling: MAK.
What does mack mean?
- a waterproof raincoat made of rubberized fabric
Where does mack come from?
Clipping of mackerel (“pimp”).
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with mack
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Words that sound like mack
Questions about saying mack
How do you pronounce mack?
Say MAK. The American pronunciation is /mæk/. In British English it is /mæk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mack?
Mack is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: MAK.
Do Americans and Brits say mack the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /mæk/ and the British form is /mæk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as mack?
Mack sounds the same as mac in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.