How to Pronounce Maglev

To pronounce "maglev", say MAGL-ev — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmæɡ.lɛv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈmæɡ.lɛv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “maglev”

"maglev" has 2 syllables: magl-ev. It rhymes with breve and kiev, if that helps it stick.

What does maglev mean?

noun

  1. A train propelled by magnetic levitation.

adjective

  1. Describing a train, system, etc, that operates by magnetic levitation.

Words that rhyme with maglev

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

brevekievbevrevbaldevbasayevdevdudayevevkerpedjievkhrushchevkozyrev

Related words

magneticmagneticalmagnetelectricalmoventmagniferousmagyckalmotoredmech

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "maglev"?▾

"Maglev" has 2 syllables: magl · ev.

What is the IPA transcription of "maglev"?▾

The IPA transcription of "maglev" is /ˈmæɡ.lɛv/.

What does "maglev" mean?▾

Maglev: A train propelled by magnetic levitation.

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