How to pronounce lacquer
Say it like LAK-er. Lacquer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAK).
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- LAK
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lacquer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of lacquer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LAK-uh.
What does lacquer mean?
- A glossy, resinous material used as a surface coating; either a natural exudation of certain trees, or a solution of nitrocellulose in alcohol, etc.
- To apply a lacquer to something or to give something a smooth, glossy finish.
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Words that rhyme with lacquer
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Questions about saying lacquer
How do you pronounce lacquer?
Say LAK-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈlækɚ/. In British English it is /ˈlækə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lacquer?
Lacquer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAK). Broken into parts: LAK · er.
Is lacquer pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈlækə/ (LAK-uh).