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How to pronounce mackerel
/ˈmækrəl/ British English
MAK·rəl
2 beats (syllables). The strong beat is the first one.
a Crossed-out letters are silent.
✗ Many people say
ma·KE·rel
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MAK·rəl
My tip
Just 2 beats: MAK-rəl.
In a sentence
We had fresh mackerel for tea.
Now you say it
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Questions
How do you pronounce mackerel?
In British English, mackerel is pronounced /ˈmækrəl/. Say it like this: MAK-rəl. Just 2 beats: MAK-rəl.
How many syllables are in mackerel?
When you say it, mackerel has 2 syllables: MAK-rəl. The strong beat is the first one, MAK.
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