How to Pronounce Makar

To pronounce "makar", say MAK-ar — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmakə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

makar

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈmakə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “makar”

"makar" has 2 syllables: mak-ar. It rhymes with slacker and tracker, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: macher — easy to mix up when writing.

What does makar mean?

noun

  1. A poet writing in Scots.

Words that rhyme with makar

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

slackertrackerknackerhackerbackerlacquerpackersmackerlackerattackerrackermacher

Related words

bardiescotiaburnsalbainnscotsmanbardyscottishmanscotchman

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "makar"?▾

"Makar" has 2 syllables: mak · ar.

What is the IPA transcription of "makar"?▾

The IPA transcription of "makar" is /ˈmakə/.

What does "makar" mean?▾

Makar: A poet writing in Scots.

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