How to pronounce markland
Say it like MAR-klund. Markland has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAR).
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- MAR
- klund
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Markland 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.
- klundKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of markland
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MAH-klund.
What does markland mean?
- An old Scots unit of measure equal to eight ouncelands.
Where does markland come from?
From mark + land.
Questions about saying markland
How do you pronounce markland?
Say MAR-klund. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɑrklənd/. In British English it is /ˈmɑːklənd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in markland?
Markland has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAR). Broken into parts: MAR · klund.
Is markland 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 /ˈmɑːklənd/ (MAH-klund).