Very large "all-in-one" hypermarkets such as Walmart, Target, and Meijer have recently forced consolidation of the grocery businesses in some areas...

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How do we pronounce "Meijer"?

OK. Thank you.

I cannot find the word in dictionaries.

I’ve never seen it spelled like that.

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In any case, it’s pronounced MY-er (stress on the first syllable).

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To determine the correct pronunciation of "Meijer," you can follow a few steps:

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3. Local resources: Ask individuals familiar with the store or the region where Meijer is located. Local residents or employees of Meijer may be able to guide you on the correct pronunciation.

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