How to Pronounce "american"
word
/əˈmɛɹəkən/, /əˈmɛɹɪkən/
uh-MER-uh-kuhn
/əˈmɛɹɪkən/
uh-MER-i-kuhn
Definition
Relating to the United States of America or its people. Sometimes it can also refer to something from North or South America, but most often means from the USA.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈmɛɹəkən/, /əˈmɛɹɪkən/
British English
/əˈmɛɹɪkən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-MER-uh-kuhn
UK
uh-MER-i-kuhn
Listen in Context
She is American.
He likes American movies.
American food is popular worldwide.
My best friend is American, but she speaks perfect Spanish.