How to pronounce Molokai
Say it like MAH-luh-ky. Molokai has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAH).
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- MAH
- luh
- ky
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Molokai pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MAHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- luhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- kyGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of Molokai
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: MOL-uh-ky.
What does Molokai mean?
- The fifth largest island of Hawaii.
Where does Molokai come from?
From Hawaiian Molokaʻi, of uncertain meaning.
Questions about saying Molokai
How do you pronounce Molokai?
Say MAH-luh-ky. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɑləˌkaɪ/. In British English it is /ˈmɒləˌkaɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Molokai?
Molokai has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAH). Broken into parts: MAH · luh · ky.
Is Molokai pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈmɒləˌkaɪ/ (MOL-uh-ky).