How to Pronounce "mainsail"
word
ˈmeɪnˌseɪl
MAYN-sayl
mˈeɪnseɪl
MAYN-sayl
Definition
The largest and most important sail on a sailboat, usually attached to the main mast.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪnˌseɪl
British English
mˈeɪnseɪl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAYN-sayl
UK
MAYN-sayl
Listen in Context
The sailor raised the mainsail before leaving the harbor.
The wind filled the mainsail and the boat started moving.
He repaired the torn mainsail after the storm.
Without the mainsail, it's really hard to steer the boat straight.