How to Pronounce "merry"
word
/ˈmɛɹi/
ME-ree
/mˈɛɹi/
ME-ree
Definition
Happy and full of lively enjoyment, especially in a social or festive situation. It is somewhat old-fashioned in everyday English and is very common in holiday expressions like 'Merry Christmas'.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈmɛɹi/
British English
/mˈɛɹi/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ME-ree
UK
ME-ree
Listen in Context
The children were merry at the party.
We wish you a merry Christmas.
Her merry laugh filled the room.
The whole pub was merry after the match.