How to pronounce mainmast
Say it like MAYN-mast. Mainmast has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAYN).
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US American/ˈmeɪnmæst/MAYN-mast
UK British/ˈmeɪnmɑːst/MAYN-mahst
- MAYN
- mast
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mainmast pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MAYNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- mastKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of mainmast
- British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat.
British respelling: MAYN-mahst.
What does mainmast mean?
noun
- The tallest mast of a sailing ship that has more than one mast; particularly a full-rigged ship.
- The second-foremost mast of a non-sailing ship with more than one mast.
Where does mainmast come from?
From main + mast.
Questions about saying mainmast
How do you pronounce mainmast?
Say MAYN-mast. The American pronunciation is /ˈmeɪnmæst/. In British English it is /ˈmeɪnmɑːst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mainmast?
Mainmast has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAYN). Broken into parts: MAYN · mast.
Is mainmast pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat. The British form is /ˈmeɪnmɑːst/ (MAYN-mahst).