How to pronounce marlin
Say it like MAR-lun. Marlin has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAR).
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- MAR
- lun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Marlin 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.
- lunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of marlin
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MAH-lun.
What does marlin mean?
- Any species of game fish belonging to either of the genera Tetrapturus or Makaira, with a crested dorsal fin and a pointed, spear-like projection of the upper jaw.
Where does marlin come from?
A contraction of marlinspike, named so because of its pointed snout.
Questions about saying marlin
How do you pronounce marlin?
Say MAR-lun. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɑrlən/. In British English it is /ˈmɑːlən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in marlin?
Marlin has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAR). Broken into parts: MAR · lun.
Is marlin 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 /ˈmɑːlən/ (MAH-lun).