How to Pronounce "marquee"
word
mɑɹˈki
mar-KEE
mɑːkˈiː
mah-KEE
Definition
A marquee is a large tent used for events such as parties, weddings, or exhibitions. In American English, it can also mean a sign with lights above the entrance of a theater or cinema that shows the name of the show or movie.
IPA Transcription
American English
mɑɹˈki
British English
mɑːkˈiː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
mar-KEE
UK
mah-KEE
Listen in Context
We set up a marquee in the garden for the wedding.
The theater's marquee displayed the new movie title.
The birthday party was held under a marquee because it was raining.
His name was up in lights on the marquee downtown.