How to pronounce merrow
Say it like MER-oh. Merrow has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MER).
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- MER
- oh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Merrow pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
What does merrow mean?
- A merman or mermaid in Scottish and Irish Gaelic folklore.
- To overlock.
Where does merrow come from?
Hiberno-English, from Irish murúch (“mermaid”).
Words that rhyme with merrow
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of merrow.
Words that sound like merrow
Questions about saying merrow
How do you pronounce merrow?
Say MER-oh. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɛroʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in merrow?
Merrow has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MER). Broken into parts: MER · oh.
What words sound the same as merrow?
Merrow sounds the same as marrow in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.