How to pronounce lakers
Say it like LAY-kerz. Lakers has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAY).
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- LAY
- kerz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lakers 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.
- kerzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of lakers
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LAY-kuz.
What does lakers mean?
- plural of laker How to pronounce laker
Words that rhyme with lakers
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Questions about saying lakers
How do you pronounce lakers?
Say LAY-kerz. The American pronunciation is /ˈleɪkɚz/. In British English it is /ˈleɪkəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lakers?
Lakers has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAY). Broken into parts: LAY · kerz.
Is lakers 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 /ˈleɪkəz/ (LAY-kuz).