How to Pronounce Mac

To pronounce "mac", say MAC — one syllable, IPA /mæk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/mæk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mac”

"mac" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with crack and slack, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: mack, mak, macke — easy to mix up when writing.

What does mac mean?

noun

  1. A waterproof long coat made of rubberized cloth.
  2. By extension, any waterproof coat or raincoat.

Synonyms

macmackraincoat

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Words that rhyme with mac

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crackslackblacktrackhackrackbacksetbackclackattackflakfeedback

Related words

mackintoshmacintoshmackcamclarencecemaperturebub

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mac"?▾

"Mac" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "mac"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mac" is /mæk/.

What does "mac" mean?▾

Mac: A waterproof long coat made of rubberized cloth.

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