How to pronounce moran
Say it like muh-RAN. Moran has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RAN).
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- muh
- RAN
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Moran pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- RANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of moran
American and British speakers say moran in essentially the same way: /məˈræn/ in the US and /məˈræn/ in the UK.
British respelling: muh-RAN.
What does moran mean?
- An unmarried Maasai or Samburu warrior.
Where does moran come from?
Borrowed from Maasai il-múrràn (“warriors”).
Words that rhyme with moran
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of moran.
Questions about saying moran
How do you pronounce moran?
Say muh-RAN. The American pronunciation is /məˈræn/. In British English it is /məˈræn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in moran?
Moran has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RAN). Broken into parts: muh · RAN.
Do Americans and Brits say moran the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /məˈræn/ and the British form is /məˈræn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.