How to Pronounce Mayflower

To pronounce "mayflower", say MAYFL-ow-er — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

MAYFL-ow-er

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💡 Tip for remembering “mayflower”

"mayflower" has 3 syllables: mayfl-ow-er. It rhymes with glower and dour, if that helps it stick.

What does mayflower mean?

noun

  1. Any of several plants that flower in May - especially the hawthorn (in Britain) and the trailing arbutus (in the US).

Synonyms

mayweed

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Words that rhyme with mayflower

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glowerdourpowerempowerscourbowersourtowerdevouroverpowercowerbrainpower

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mayflower"?▾

"Mayflower" has 3 syllables: mayfl · ow · er.

What does "mayflower" mean?▾

Mayflower: Any of several plants that flower in May - especially the hawthorn (in Britain) and the trailing arbutus (in the US).

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