How to pronounce minicar
Say it like MIN-ee-kar. Minicar has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MIN).
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- MIN
- ee
- kar
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Minicar pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MINSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- karGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of minicar
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MIN-ee-kah.
What does minicar mean?
- A very small car; specifically, a car that is smaller than a subcompact
Where does minicar come from?
From mini- + car.
Questions about saying minicar
How do you pronounce minicar?
Say MIN-ee-kar. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɪniˌkɑr/. In British English it is /ˈmɪniˌkɑː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in minicar?
Minicar has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MIN). Broken into parts: MIN · ee · kar.
Is minicar 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 /ˈmɪniˌkɑː/ (MIN-ee-kah).