How to Pronounce "madcap"
word
ˈmædˌkæp
MAD-kap
mˈædkæp
MAD-kap
Definition
A "madcap" person or action is very silly, crazy, or reckless, often done without thinking about the consequences.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmædˌkæp
British English
mˈædkæp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAD-kap
UK
MAD-kap
Listen in Context
The children planned a madcap race through the park.
He loved madcap comedies with silly jokes and funny scenes.
Their madcap idea was to build a treehouse out of old boxes.
It was a madcap night full of surprises and laughter.