How to Pronounce "americana"
word
əˌmɛɹəˈkænə
uh-MER-uh-KAN-uh
əˌmɛrɪˈkɑːnə
uh-MER-i-KAH-nuh
Definition
A formal jacket, usually worn as part of a suit or with dress pants, often referred to as a blazer in English.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˌmɛɹəˈkænə
British English
əˌmɛrɪˈkɑːnə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-MER-uh-KAN-uh
UK
uh-MER-i-KAH-nuh
Listen in Context
He wore a black americana to the office.
My americana has two buttons.
She forgot her americana at the restaurant.
Do I need to wear an americana to the wedding, or is it casual?