How to pronounce lakin
Say it like LAK-in. Lakin has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAK).
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- LAK
- in
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lakin 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.
- inKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of lakin
American and British speakers say lakin in essentially the same way: /ˈlækɪn/ in the US and /ˈlækɪn/ in the UK.
British respelling: LAK-in.
What does lakin mean?
- A toy.
Where does lakin come from?
Perhaps from Old Norse leika.
Questions about saying lakin
How do you pronounce lakin?
Say LAK-in. The American pronunciation is /ˈlækɪn/. In British English it is /ˈlækɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lakin?
Lakin has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAK). Broken into parts: LAK · in.
Do Americans and Brits say lakin the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlækɪn/ and the British form is /ˈlækɪn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.