How to pronounce lavaliere
Say it like lav-uh-LEER. Lavaliere 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
Lavaliere 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 lavaliere
- 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 lavaliere mean?
- A pussy bow.
- Alternative form of lavalier (“a pendant on a chain”).
- Worn on the chest.“a lavaliere microphone”
Where does lavaliere come from?
Borrowed from French lavallière.
Words that rhyme with lavaliere
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of lavaliere.
Questions about saying lavaliere
How do you pronounce lavaliere?
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 lavaliere?
Lavaliere has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LEER). Broken into parts: lav · uh · LEER.
Is lavaliere 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).