How to pronounce lazar
Say it like LAY-zer. Lazar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAY).
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- LAY
- zer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lazar 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 lazar
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LAY-zuh.
What does lazar mean?
- a person afflicted with leprosy
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Words that rhyme with lazar
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Words that sound like lazar
Questions about saying lazar
How do you pronounce lazar?
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 lazar?
Lazar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAY). Broken into parts: LAY · zer.
Is lazar 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 lazar?
Lazar sounds the same as laser in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.