How to pronounce mylar
Say it like MY-lar. Mylar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MY).
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US American/ˈmaɪlɑr/MY-lar
UK British/ˈmaɪlɑː/MY-lah
- MY
- lar
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mylar pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- larKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of mylar
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MY-lah.
What does mylar mean?
noun
- A polyester film.
Where does mylar come from?
From a trademark.
Questions about saying mylar
How do you pronounce mylar?
Say MY-lar. The American pronunciation is /ˈmaɪlɑr/. In British English it is /ˈmaɪlɑː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mylar?
Mylar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MY). Broken into parts: MY · lar.
Is mylar 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 /ˈmaɪlɑː/ (MY-lah).