How to Pronounce "main event"
expression
ˈmeɪn/ /iˈvɛnt/, /ɪˈvɛnt
MAYN i-VENT
mˈeɪn/ /ɪvˈɛnt
MAYN i-VENT
Definition
The most important or most anticipated part of an event, show, or competition; usually the highlight everyone looks forward to.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪn/ /iˈvɛnt/, /ɪˈvɛnt
British English
mˈeɪn/ /ɪvˈɛnt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAYN i-VENT
UK
MAYN i-VENT
Listen in Context
The boxing match tonight has the main event at 9 PM.
Everyone waited for the main event to begin.
The concert's main event is the famous singer's performance.
Let's grab a snack before the main event starts.