How to pronounce minotaur
Say it like MIN-uh-tar. Minotaur has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MIN).
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- MIN
- uh
- tar
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Minotaur 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.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- tarGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of minotaur
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MIN-uh-tah.
What does minotaur mean?
- Anything resembling the Greek monster, whether by appearance or by strength.
Where does minotaur come from?
From Middle English Minotaure, Mynataur, mynatour, Mynotaur, Mynotawre; see Minotaur.
Questions about saying minotaur
How do you pronounce minotaur?
Say MIN-uh-tar. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɪnəˌtɑr/. In British English it is /ˈmɪnəˌtɑː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in minotaur?
Minotaur has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MIN). Broken into parts: MIN · uh · tar.
Is minotaur 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 /ˈmɪnəˌtɑː/ (MIN-uh-tah).