How to pronounce marjoram
Say it like MAR-juh-rum. Marjoram has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAR).
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- MAR
- juh
- rum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Marjoram pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- juhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- rumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of marjoram
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MAH-juh-rum.
What does marjoram mean?
- A herb of the mint family, Origanum majorana, having aromatic leaves.
- The leaves of this plant, especially dried, used in flavoring food.
Where does marjoram come from?
From Old French majorane, from Medieval Latin maiōrana.
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Questions about saying marjoram
How do you pronounce marjoram?
Say MAR-juh-rum. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɑrdʒərəm/. In British English it is /ˈmɑːdʒərəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in marjoram?
Marjoram has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAR). Broken into parts: MAR · juh · rum.
Is marjoram 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 /ˈmɑːdʒərəm/ (MAH-juh-rum).