How to Pronounce Maigre

To pronounce "maigre", say MAIGR-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmeɪ.ɡə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈmeɪ.ɡə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “maigre”

"maigre" has 2 syllables: maigr-e. It rhymes with fragor and aigre, if that helps it stick.

What does maigre mean?

noun

  1. A kind of fish; the meagre.

adjective

  1. Made without meat (and thus permitted to be eaten on a fast day).
  2. Belonging to a fast day or fast.

Words that rhyme with maigre

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fragoraigre

Related words

maigersoupsveltebonedpulledrareskin-on

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "maigre"?▾

"Maigre" has 2 syllables: maigr · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "maigre"?▾

The IPA transcription of "maigre" is /ˈmeɪ.ɡə/.

What does "maigre" mean?▾

Maigre: A kind of fish; the meagre.

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