How to pronounce marc
Say it like MARK. Marc is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- MARK
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Marc pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MARKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of marc
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MAHK.
What does marc mean?
- made from residue of grapes or apples after pressing
Where does marc come from?
From Middle French marc, from Old French marcher (“to trample”).
Words that rhyme with marc
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of marc.
Words that sound like marc
Questions about saying marc
How do you pronounce marc?
Say MARK. The American pronunciation is /mɑrk/. In British English it is /mɑːk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in marc?
Marc is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: MARK.
Is marc 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 /mɑːk/ (MAHK).
What words sound the same as marc?
Marc sounds the same as mark, marque in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.