How to pronounce malibu
Say it like MAL-uh-boo. Malibu has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAL).
- MAL
- uh
- boo
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Malibu pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MALSay 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.
- booKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of malibu
American and British speakers say malibu in essentially the same way: /ˈmæləbu/ in the US and /ˈmæləbuː/ in the UK.
British respelling: MAL-uh-boo.
What does malibu mean?
- A type of lightweight longboard known for its stability.
Where does malibu come from?
Named for the town of Malibu, where the boards were first made.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Questions about saying malibu
How do you pronounce malibu?
Say MAL-uh-boo. The American pronunciation is /ˈmæləbu/. In British English it is /ˈmæləbuː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in malibu?
Malibu has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAL). Broken into parts: MAL · uh · boo.
Do Americans and Brits say malibu the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmæləbu/ and the British form is /ˈmæləbuː/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.