How to pronounce labyrinth
Say it like LAB-uh-rinth. Labyrinth has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAB).
- LAB
- uh
- rinth
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Labyrinth pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LABSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- rinthGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of labyrinth
American and British speakers say labyrinth in essentially the same way: /ˈlæbəˌrɪnθ/ in the US and /ˈlæbərɪnθ/ in the UK.
British respelling: LAB-uh-rinth.
What does labyrinth mean?
- A complicated irregular network of passages or paths, especially underground or covered, in which it is difficult to find one's way.
- A maze formed by paths separated by high hedges.
- A structure similar to a maze, but containing only one path with no branches, as distinguished from a maze which contains multiple branching paths
- To enclose in a labyrinth, or as though in a labyrinth.
- To arrange in the form of a labyrinth.
- To twist and wind, following a labyrinthine path.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- maze
- inner ear
- internal ear
Questions about saying labyrinth
How do you pronounce labyrinth?
Say LAB-uh-rinth. The American pronunciation is /ˈlæbəˌrɪnθ/. In British English it is /ˈlæbərɪnθ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in labyrinth?
Labyrinth has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAB). Broken into parts: LAB · uh · rinth.
Do Americans and Brits say labyrinth the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlæbəˌrɪnθ/ and the British form is /ˈlæbərɪnθ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.