How to pronounce mei
Say it like MAY. Mei is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- MAY
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mei pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of mei
American and British speakers say mei in essentially the same way: /meɪ/ in the US and /meɪ/ in the UK.
British respelling: MAY.
What does mei mean?
- Japanese ornamental tree with fragrant white or pink blossoms and small yellow fruits
Words that rhyme with mei
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of mei.
Words that sound like mei
Questions about saying mei
How do you pronounce mei?
Say MAY. The American pronunciation is /meɪ/. In British English it is /meɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mei?
Mei is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: MAY.
Do Americans and Brits say mei the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /meɪ/ and the British form is /meɪ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as mei?
Mei sounds the same as may in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.