How to pronounce martin
Say it like MAR-tun. Martin has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAR).
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- MAR
- tun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Martin 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.
- tunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of martin
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MAH-tin.
What does martin mean?
- French bishop who is a patron saint of France (died in 397)
- United States actor and comedian (born in 1945)
- United States actress (1913-1990)
Where does martin come from?
From Middle French martin (French martinet).
Words that rhyme with martin
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of martin.
Words that sound like martin
Questions about saying martin
How do you pronounce martin?
Say MAR-tun. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɑrtən/. In British English it is /ˈmɑːtɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in martin?
Martin has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAR). Broken into parts: MAR · tun.
Is martin 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 /ˈmɑːtɪn/ (MAH-tin).
What words sound the same as martin?
Martin sounds the same as marten in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.