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How to Pronounce “macoute” in English

/mækɪʊt/

ma·coute

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What does “macoute” mean?

NOUN
  • A member of the Tonton Macoutes in Haiti; by extension, a thug or criminal.

Example sentences

  • Every Macoute received a card that afforded him many privileges, like free merchandise from any store he entered, entitlement to coerced sex, and fear and respect from people in general.
  • squads called the Tonton Macoutes.
  • infiltrating the secret societies which were the foundation of Duvalier's strength and Tonton Macoutes, and securing the poison used to make zombies.

How to pronounce “macoute

Syllables:
ma · coute
IPA:
/mækɪʊt/
Listen for:
the stressed syllable in the clips above — notice how surrounding sounds blend in natural speech.

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How do you pronounce “macoute”?

“macoute” is pronounced /mækɪʊt/ (ma · coute). Listen to the native-speaker clips above to hear it in real conversation.

How many syllables are in “macoute”?

“macoute” has 2 syllables: ma · coute.

What does “macoute” mean?

A member of the Tonton Macoutes in Haiti; by extension, a thug or criminal.

How can I hear “macoute” used in real sentences?

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