How to Pronounce "motorboat"
word
ˈmoʊtɝˌboʊt
MOH-ter-boht
mˈəʊtəbˌəʊt
MOH-tuh-boht
Definition
A small boat powered by an engine or motor, instead of being rowed or sailed. Often used for recreation, fishing, or transport on lakes and rivers.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmoʊtɝˌboʊt
British English
mˈəʊtəbˌəʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MOH-ter-boht
UK
MOH-tuh-boht
Listen in Context
We saw a motorboat on the lake.
My uncle bought a new motorboat.
They took a motorboat to go fishing.
We rented a motorboat for the afternoon and explored the river.