How to Pronounce "mallets"
word
ˈmæɫɪt
MAL-it
mˈælɪts
MAL-its
Definition
Mallets are tools with large, usually wooden or rubber heads, used for hitting something without breaking it, or special sticks with soft heads used to play percussion instruments like xylophones or marimbas.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmæɫɪt
British English
mˈælɪts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAL-it
UK
MAL-its
Listen in Context
The workers used large mallets to gently fit the stones together.
She hit the drum with soft mallets during the concert.
Croquet players must use special mallets to hit the balls.
The orchestra percussionist forgot his mallets and had to borrow a pair before the show.