How to pronounce masterful
Say it like MAS-ter-ful. Masterful has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAS).
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US American/ˈmæstɚfəl/MAS-ter-ful
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- MAS
- ter
- ful
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Masterful pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MASSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- fulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
What does masterful mean?
adjective
- Of or pertaining to the manner of a master of an art, technique, profession, or craft; masterly.“The brushwork on the skin tones was masterful.”
- In the manner of a master; very skillful.“The masterful conducting ensured the orchestra gave of their best.”
- Having or showing the qualities of a master vis-à-vis a dependent or subordinate; authoritative; domineering.
Where does masterful come from?
From Middle English maysterful, maistrefull, equivalent to master + -ful.
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Questions about saying masterful
How do you pronounce masterful?
Say MAS-ter-ful. The American pronunciation is /ˈmæstɚfəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in masterful?
Masterful has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAS). Broken into parts: MAS · ter · ful.