How to pronounce mailgram
Say it like MAYL-gram. Mailgram has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAYL).
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- MAYL
- gram
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mailgram pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MAYLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- gramGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of mailgram
American and British speakers say mailgram in essentially the same way: /ˈmeɪlˌɡræm/ in the US and /ˈmeɪlˌɡræm/ in the UK.
British respelling: MAYL-gram.
What does mailgram mean?
- A telegraphic message transmitted electronically from the sender to a post office and then printed and delivered to the recipient via physical post.
- To send by mailgram.
- To send a mailgram to.
Where does mailgram come from?
From mail + -gram.
Questions about saying mailgram
How do you pronounce mailgram?
Say MAYL-gram. The American pronunciation is /ˈmeɪlˌɡræm/. In British English it is /ˈmeɪlˌɡræm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mailgram?
Mailgram has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAYL). Broken into parts: MAYL · gram.
Do Americans and Brits say mailgram the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmeɪlˌɡræm/ and the British form is /ˈmeɪlˌɡræm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.