How to pronounce lancet
Say it like LAN-sut. Lancet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAN).
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- LAN
- sut
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lancet pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- sutKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of lancet
- British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat.
British respelling: LAHN-sit.
What does lancet mean?
- A sharp, pointed, two-edged surgical instrument used in venesection and for opening abscesses etc.
- A small, sterile single-use needle used to draw a drop of blood for testing, as with a glucometer.
- An iron bar used for tapping a melting furnace.
- To pierce with a lancet.
Where does lancet come from?
From Middle English launcet, from Old French lancete, a diminutive of lance.
Questions about saying lancet
How do you pronounce lancet?
Say LAN-sut. The American pronunciation is /ˈlænsət/. In British English it is /ˈlɑːnsɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lancet?
Lancet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAN). Broken into parts: LAN · sut.
Is lancet pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat. The British form is /ˈlɑːnsɪt/ (LAHN-sit).