How to pronounce macular
Say it like MAK-yuh-ler. Macular has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAK).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈmækjəlɚ/MAK-yuh-ler
UK British/ˈmækjələ/MAK-yuh-luh
- MAK
- yuh
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Macular 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.
- yuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of macular
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MAK-yuh-luh.
What does macular mean?
adjective
- Relating to the macula, the area of the retina responsible for detailed central vision
- Having macules; spotted
Where does macular come from?
From macula or macule + -ar.
Words that rhyme with macular
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of macular.
Questions about saying macular
How do you pronounce macular?
Say MAK-yuh-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˈmækjəlɚ/. In British English it is /ˈmækjələ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in macular?
Macular has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAK). Broken into parts: MAK · yuh · ler.
Is macular 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 /ˈmækjələ/ (MAK-yuh-luh).