How to pronounce leanings
Say it like LEE-ningz. Leanings has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEE).
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- LEE
- ningz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Leanings pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- ningzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of leanings
American and British speakers say leanings in essentially the same way: /ˈlinɪŋz/ in the US and /ˈliːnɪŋz/ in the UK.
British respelling: LEE-ningz.
What does leanings mean?
- plural of leaning How to pronounce leaning
Questions about saying leanings
How do you pronounce leanings?
Say LEE-ningz. The American pronunciation is /ˈlinɪŋz/. In British English it is /ˈliːnɪŋz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in leanings?
Leanings has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEE). Broken into parts: LEE · ningz.
Do Americans and Brits say leanings the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlinɪŋz/ and the British form is /ˈliːnɪŋz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.