To pronounce "marksman", say MARKSM-an — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmɑɹksmən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈmɑɹksmən/
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"marksman" has 2 syllables: marksm-an.
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"Marksman" has 2 syllables: marksm · an.
The IPA transcription of "marksman" is /ˈmɑɹksmən/.
Marksman: A man or person skilled at hitting targets, as with a firearm, bow, or thrown object.
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