How to pronounce labret
Say it like LAY-brit. Labret has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAY).
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- LAY
- brit
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Labret pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- britKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of labret
American and British speakers say labret in essentially the same way: /ˈleɪbrɪt/ in the US and /ˈleɪbrɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: LAY-brit.
What does labret mean?
- A body piercing consisting of an adornment attached to the lip.
Where does labret come from?
From Latin labrum (“lip”) + -et; modeled on anklet, bracelet, etc.
Questions about saying labret
How do you pronounce labret?
Say LAY-brit. The American pronunciation is /ˈleɪbrɪt/. In British English it is /ˈleɪbrɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in labret?
Labret has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAY). Broken into parts: LAY · brit.
Do Americans and Brits say labret the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈleɪbrɪt/ and the British form is /ˈleɪbrɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.