How to pronounce Mali
Say it like MAH-lee. Mali has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAH).
- MAH
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mali pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MAHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of Mali
American and British speakers say Mali in essentially the same way: /ˈmɑli/ in the US and /ˈmɑːli/ in the UK.
British respelling: MAH-lee.
What does Mali mean?
- A country in West Africa. Official name: Republic of Mali.
- A member of a caste in South Asia whose traditional occupation is gardening; hence, any South Asian gardener.
- Money, cash.
Where does Mali come from?
Inherits its name from the Mali Empire, in turn from Mandinka or Dyula mali (“hippopotamus”).
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- republic of mali
- french sudan
Words that rhyme with Mali
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of Mali.
Words that sound like Mali
Questions about saying Mali
How do you pronounce Mali?
Say MAH-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɑli/. In British English it is /ˈmɑːli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Mali?
Mali has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAH). Broken into parts: MAH · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say Mali the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmɑli/ and the British form is /ˈmɑːli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as Mali?
Mali sounds the same as mollie, molly in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.