How to Pronounce "motorcade"
word
/ˈmoʊtɝˌkeɪd/
MOH-ter-kayd
/mˈəʊtəkˌeɪd/
MOH-tuh-kayd
Definition
A group of vehicles traveling together, usually as an official procession for an important person such as a president or celebrity.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈmoʊtɝˌkeɪd/
British English
/mˈəʊtəkˌeɪd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MOH-ter-kayd
UK
MOH-tuh-kayd
Listen in Context
The president's motorcade drove through the city streets.
A long motorcade followed the famous actress to the event.
The city closed roads for the motorcade.
People lined up on the sidewalks to watch the motorcade pass by.