How to pronounce lactory
Say it like LAK-tuh-ree. Lactory has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAK).
- LAK
- tuh
- ree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lactory 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.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of lactory
American and British speakers say lactory in essentially the same way: /ˈlæktəri/ in the US and /ˈlæktəri/ in the UK.
British respelling: LAK-tuh-ree.
What does lactory mean?
- A place where milking (especially of cows) occurs.
Words that rhyme with lactory
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of lactory.
Questions about saying lactory
How do you pronounce lactory?
Say LAK-tuh-ree. The American pronunciation is /ˈlæktəri/. In British English it is /ˈlæktəri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lactory?
Lactory has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAK). Broken into parts: LAK · tuh · ree.
Do Americans and Brits say lactory the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlæktəri/ and the British form is /ˈlæktəri/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.