How to Pronounce "martial"
word
/ˈmɑɹʃəɫ/
MAR-shuhl
/mˈɑːʃəl/
MAH-shuhl
Definition
Relating to war, the military, or soldiers. Often describes things connected with fighting, armed forces, or combat.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈmɑɹʃəɫ/
British English
/mˈɑːʃəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAR-shuhl
UK
MAH-shuhl
Listen in Context
Karate is a type of martial art.
The country declared martial law.
He showed a martial spirit during the competition.
During the crisis, the government switched to martial rule.