How to pronounce lamister
Say it like LAM-ih-ster. Lamister has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAM).
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- LAM
- ih
- ster
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lamister pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LAMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- sterKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of lamister
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LAM-ih-stuh.
What does lamister mean?
- A person who is on the run from law enforcement.
Where does lamister come from?
From lam (“fleeing, on the run”) + -ist + -er.
Questions about saying lamister
How do you pronounce lamister?
Say LAM-ih-ster. The American pronunciation is /ˈlæmɪstər/. In British English it is /ˈlæmɪstə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lamister?
Lamister has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAM). Broken into parts: LAM · ih · ster.
Is lamister 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 /ˈlæmɪstə/ (LAM-ih-stuh).