How to pronounce minelayer
Say it like MYNE-lay-er. Minelayer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MYNE).
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- MYNE
- lay
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Minelayer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MYNESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- layGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of minelayer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MYNE-lay-uh.
What does minelayer mean?
- A vehicle, device, or person with the purpose of laying (installing) explosive mines (landmines or naval mines).
- A ship capable of laying naval mines.
Where does minelayer come from?
From mine + layer.
Questions about saying minelayer
How do you pronounce minelayer?
Say MYNE-lay-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈmaɪnˌleɪɚ/. In British English it is /ˈmaɪnˌleɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in minelayer?
Minelayer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MYNE). Broken into parts: MYNE · lay · er.
Is minelayer 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 /ˈmaɪnˌleɪə/ (MYNE-lay-uh).