How to pronounce mele
Say it like MEEL. Mele is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- MEEL
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mele pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MEELSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of mele
- American English uses 1 syllable and British English 2.
British respelling: MAY-lay.
What does mele mean?
- A chant in Polynesia, especially Hawaii, typically in praise of a leader or to commemorate some significant event.
- Alternative form of mell.
- Alternative form of mell.
Where does mele come from?
Borrowed from Hawaiian mele.
Words that rhyme with mele
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of mele.
Words that sound like mele
Questions about saying mele
How do you pronounce mele?
Say MEEL. The American pronunciation is /mil/. In British English it is /ˈmeɪleɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mele?
Mele is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: MEEL.
Is mele pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 1 syllable and British English 2. The British form is /ˈmeɪleɪ/ (MAY-lay).
What words sound the same as mele?
Mele sounds the same as meal in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.