How to pronounce megacarrier
Say it like MEG-uh-kair-yer. Megacarrier has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MEG).
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- MEG
- uh
- kair
- yer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Megacarrier pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MEGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- kairGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- yerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of megacarrier
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MEG-uh-kay-uh.
What does megacarrier mean?
- A very large certified airline.
- A large aircraft carrier or other ship.
- A freight transport company offering many shipment methods, such as rail, truck, and air service.
Where does megacarrier come from?
From mega- + carrier.
Questions about saying megacarrier
How do you pronounce megacarrier?
Say MEG-uh-kair-yer. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɛɡəˌkærjɚ/. In British English it is /ˈmɛɡəˌkæjə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in megacarrier?
Megacarrier has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MEG). Broken into parts: MEG · uh · kair · yer.
Is megacarrier 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 /ˈmɛɡəˌkæjə/ (MEG-uh-kay-uh).