How to pronounce makers
Say it like MAY-kerz. Makers has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAY).
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- MAY
- kerz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Makers 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.
- kerzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of makers
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MAY-kuz.
What does makers mean?
- plural of maker How to pronounce maker
Words that rhyme with makers
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Questions about saying makers
How do you pronounce makers?
Say MAY-kerz. The American pronunciation is /ˈmeɪkɚz/. In British English it is /ˈmeɪkəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in makers?
Makers has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAY). Broken into parts: MAY · kerz.
Is makers 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 /ˈmeɪkəz/ (MAY-kuz).