How to Pronounce "mercantile"
word
ˈmɝkənˌtaɪɫ
MUR-ken-tyle
mˈɜːkɑːntˌaɪl
mur-KAHNT-yle
Definition
Relating to trade, commerce, or merchants; often describes activities, institutions, or qualities connected to business or buying and selling goods.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmɝkənˌtaɪɫ
British English
mˈɜːkɑːntˌaɪl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MUR-ken-tyle
UK
mur-KAHNT-yle
Listen in Context
The city grew because of its mercantile activity.
He works in the mercantile sector.
The mercantile laws are very strict here.
Historically, mercantile cities dominated global trade.