How to pronounce laser
Say it like LAY-zer. Laser has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAY).
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- LAY
- zer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Laser 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.
- zerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of laser
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LAY-zuh.
What does laser mean?
- an acronym for light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation; an optical device that produces an intense monochromatic beam of coherent light
Where does laser come from?
From LASER, acronym of light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation.
Words that rhyme with laser
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Words that sound like laser
Questions about saying laser
How do you pronounce laser?
Say LAY-zer. The American pronunciation is /ˈleɪzɚ/. In British English it is /ˈleɪzə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in laser?
Laser has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAY). Broken into parts: LAY · zer.
Is laser 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 /ˈleɪzə/ (LAY-zuh).
What words sound the same as laser?
Laser sounds the same as lazar in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.