How to Pronounce "martin"
word
/ˈmɑɹtən/
MAR-tuhn
/mˈɑːtɪn/
MAR-tin
Definition
A martin is a small bird related to swallows, usually seen flying quickly and catching insects in the air. The word is mainly used as the name of a type of bird.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈmɑɹtən/
British English
/mˈɑːtɪn/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAR-tuhn
UK
MAR-tin
Listen in Context
A martin flew over the lake this morning.
The martin catches insects in the air.
We saw a martin near the river.
I think that bird on the wire is a martin, not a swallow.