How to pronounce makkoli
Say it like MAK-uh-lee. Makkoli has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAK).
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- MAK
- uh
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Makkoli 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.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of makkoli
American and British speakers say makkoli in essentially the same way: /ˈmækəli/ in the US and /ˈmækəli/ in the UK.
British respelling: MAK-uh-lee.
What does makkoli mean?
- Alternative spelling of makgeolli.
Where does makkoli come from?
From Korean 막걸리 (makgeolli).
Questions about saying makkoli
How do you pronounce makkoli?
Say MAK-uh-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈmækəli/. In British English it is /ˈmækəli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in makkoli?
Makkoli has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAK). Broken into parts: MAK · uh · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say makkoli the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmækəli/ and the British form is /ˈmækəli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.