How to pronounce matta
Say it like MAT-uh. Matta has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAT).
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US American/ˈmætə/MAT-uh
UK British/ˈmætə/MAT-uh
- MAT
- uh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Matta pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of matta
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: MAT-uh.
What does matta mean?
noun
- The false start of a bout due to mutual misunderstanding.
Questions about saying matta
How do you pronounce matta?
Say MAT-uh. The American pronunciation is /ˈmætə/. In British English it is /ˈmætə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in matta?
Matta has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAT). Broken into parts: MAT · uh.
Is matta pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈmætə/ (MAT-uh).