How to pronounce latecomers
Say it like LAYT-kuh-merz. Latecomers has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAYT).
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- LAYT
- kuh
- merz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Latecomers pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LAYTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- merzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of latecomers
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LAYT-kuh-muz.
What does latecomers mean?
- plural of latecomer How to pronounce latecomer
Questions about saying latecomers
How do you pronounce latecomers?
Say LAYT-kuh-merz. The American pronunciation is /ˈleɪtkəmɚz/. In British English it is /ˈleɪtkəməz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in latecomers?
Latecomers has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAYT). Broken into parts: LAYT · kuh · merz.
Is latecomers 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 /ˈleɪtkəməz/ (LAYT-kuh-muz).