How to pronounce leatherdyke
Say it like LETH-er-dyke. Leatherdyke has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LETH).
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- LETH
- er
- dyke
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Leatherdyke pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LETHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- dykeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of leatherdyke
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LETH-uh-dyke.
What does leatherdyke mean?
- A female homosexual involved in BDSM practices.
Where does leatherdyke come from?
From leather + dyke.
Questions about saying leatherdyke
How do you pronounce leatherdyke?
Say LETH-er-dyke. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɛðɚˌdaɪk/. In British English it is /ˈlɛðəˌdaɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in leatherdyke?
Leatherdyke has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LETH). Broken into parts: LETH · er · dyke.
Is leatherdyke 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 /ˈlɛðəˌdaɪk/ (LETH-uh-dyke).