How to pronounce latest
Say it like LAY-tust. Latest has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAY).
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- LAY
- tust
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Latest 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.
- tustKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of latest
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: LAY-tist.
What does latest mean?
- up to the immediate present; most recent or most up-to-date“the news is up-to-the-minute”“the very latest scientific discoveries”
- in the current fashion or style
- the most recent news or development“have you heard the latest?”
Where does latest come from?
From Middle English lateste, from Old English latost, latest, lætest, superlative of læt, whence English late.
Questions about saying latest
How do you pronounce latest?
Say LAY-tust. The American pronunciation is /ˈleɪtəst/. In British English it is /ˈleɪtɪst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in latest?
Latest has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAY). Broken into parts: LAY · tust.
Is latest pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈleɪtɪst/ (LAY-tist).