How to pronounce maker
Say it like MAY-ker. Maker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAY).
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- MAY
- ker
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Maker pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- kerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of maker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MAY-kuh.
What does maker mean?
- a person who makes things
- terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God
- a business engaged in manufacturing some product
Where does maker come from?
From Middle English maker, makere, equivalent to make + -er.
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Words that rhyme with maker
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Questions about saying maker
How do you pronounce maker?
Say MAY-ker. The American pronunciation is /ˈmeɪkɚ/. In British English it is /ˈmeɪkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in maker?
Maker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAY). Broken into parts: MAY · ker.
Is maker 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 /ˈmeɪkə/ (MAY-kuh).