How to Pronounce "marais"
word
ˌmɛˈɹeɪ
meh-RAY
məˈreɪ
muh-RAY
Definition
A "marais" is a wet, low-lying area of land, often partly covered with water, where the ground is soft, muddy, and swampy.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌmɛˈɹeɪ
British English
məˈreɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
meh-RAY
UK
muh-RAY
Listen in Context
The marais is full of rare birds and plants.
We took a boat tour through the marais.
A lot of frogs live in the marais.
The French town is famous for its beautiful marais and peaceful atmosphere.