Pronunciation of 'マクドナルド'
The word 'マクドナルド' (Makudonarudo) refers to 'McDonald's,' the global fast-food chain, in Japanese. It is pronounced as 'mah-koo-doh-nah-roo-doh' in Japanese and 'McDonald's' in English.
Word Origin
The word originates from the English name 'McDonald's,' which has been adapted into Japanese katakana script as 'マクドナルド' (Makudonarudo).
Pronunciation Details
日本語
世界的なファストフードチェーン『マクドナルド』の日本語表記。
「マクドナルド」は「ma-ku-do-na-ru-do」と発音します。「マ」は「ma」、「ク」は「ku」、「ド」は「do」、「ナ」は「na」、「ル」は「ru」、「ド」は「do」とそれぞれはっきり発音します。
English (United States)
A global fast-food chain known for its hamburgers, fries, and other quick-service meals.
Pronounced as 'MACK-doh-naldz,' with stress on the first syllable. 'Mack' as in 'mack,' 'doh' as in 'dough,' and 'naldz' as in 'nalds.'