How to pronounce markka
Say it like MAR-kuh. Markka has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAR).
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- MAR
- kuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Markka 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.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of markka
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MAH-kuh.
What does markka mean?
- A (Finnish) mark, the currency used in Finland before the introduction of the euro, consisting of 100 penni. Abbreviation FIM.
Where does markka come from?
Borrowed from Finnish markka, from a Germanic language, likely German Mark.
Words that rhyme with markka
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of markka.
Questions about saying markka
How do you pronounce markka?
Say MAR-kuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɑrkə/. In British English it is /ˈmɑːkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in markka?
Markka has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAR). Broken into parts: MAR · kuh.
Is markka 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 /ˈmɑːkə/ (MAH-kuh).