How to pronounce lavalier
Say it like lav-uh-LEER. Lavalier has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LEER).
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- lav
- uh
- LEER
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lavalier pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- lavGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LEERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of lavalier
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: lav-uh-LEER.
What does lavalier mean?
- An item of jewelry consisting of a pendant, sometimes with one stone, suspended from a necklace.
- A lavalier microphone.
Where does lavalier come from?
Borrowed from French lavallière, named after French noblewoman Louise de La Vallière (1644–1710), from a family name meaning “small valley” in French.
Words that rhyme with lavalier
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of lavalier.
Questions about saying lavalier
How do you pronounce lavalier?
Say lav-uh-LEER. The American pronunciation is /ˌlævəˈlɪr/. In British English it is /ˌlævəˈlɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lavalier?
Lavalier has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LEER). Broken into parts: lav · uh · LEER.
Is lavalier 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 /ˌlævəˈlɪə/ (lav-uh-LEER).