How to pronounce musketeer
Say it like muhs-kuh-TEER. Musketeer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TEER).
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- muhs
- kuh
- TEER
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Musketeer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- muhsGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- TEERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of musketeer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: muhs-kuh-TEER.
What does musketeer mean?
- A comrade or fellow.
Where does musketeer come from?
From Middle French mousquetaire in the late 16th century.
Words that rhyme with musketeer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of musketeer.
Questions about saying musketeer
How do you pronounce musketeer?
Say muhs-kuh-TEER. The American pronunciation is /ˌmʌskəˈtir/. In British English it is /ˌmʌskəˈtɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in musketeer?
Musketeer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TEER). Broken into parts: muhs · kuh · TEER.
Is musketeer 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 /ˌmʌskəˈtɪə/ (muhs-kuh-TEER).