How to pronounce "marquee"

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Phonetic Breakdown of "marquee"

Learn how to break down "marquee" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.

mar-quee
2 syllables

Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:

/mɑː(ɹ)ˈkiː/
Phonetic representation based on standard dictionaries

IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:

M AA0 R K IY1
Standard phonetic transcription to help with precise pronunciation

Pronunciation Tips:

  • Stress the first syllable
  • Pay attention to vowel sounds
  • Practice each syllable separately

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Definition of "marquee"

Pronunciation: /mɑː(ɹ)ˈkiː/

Noun

  • A large tent with open sides, used for outdoors entertainment.
  • A projecting canopy over an entrance, especially one with a sign that displays the name of the establishment or other information of it.
  • (by generalization) Lights that turn on and off in sequence, or scrolling text, as these are common elements on a marquee.
    Synonyms: chase lights, chaser lights
  • A banner on a web page displaying text that scrolls horizontally.
  • In graphical editing software, a special selection tool, used to highlight a portion of an image.
    Example: "Rectangular Marquee Tool"
    Synonyms: marching ants

Verb

  • To select (an object or region) with the marquee selection tool.

Adjective

  • Most famous; preeminent.

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