English Word · Advanced
mains'l
mainsail
Pronunciation: /ˈmeɪnsəl/
Meaning
The main sail of a sailing vessel; "mains'l" represents a shortened pronunciation of "mainsail".
Example
The crew raised the mains'l as the wind picked up.
The crew raised the mains'l as the wind picked up.
Practice tips
- Practice mains'l out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.