How to pronounce marlite
Say it like MAR-lyte. Marlite has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAR).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈmɑrlaɪt/MAR-lyte
UK British/ˈmɑːlaɪt/MAH-lyte
- MAR
- lyte
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Marlite 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.
- lyteKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of marlite
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MAH-lyte.
What does marlite mean?
noun
- A wind-resistant variety of marl.
Where does marlite come from?
From marl + -ite.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- marlstone
Words that rhyme with marlite
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of marlite.
Questions about saying marlite
How do you pronounce marlite?
Say MAR-lyte. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɑrlaɪt/. In British English it is /ˈmɑːlaɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in marlite?
Marlite has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAR). Broken into parts: MAR · lyte.
Is marlite 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 /ˈmɑːlaɪt/ (MAH-lyte).