How to pronounce leatherneck
Say it like LETH-er-nek. Leatherneck has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LETH).
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- LETH
- er
- nek
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Leatherneck 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.
- nekKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of leatherneck
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LETH-uh-nek.
What does leatherneck mean?
- A soldier.
- Specifically, a marine.
Where does leatherneck come from?
From leather + neck.
Questions about saying leatherneck
How do you pronounce leatherneck?
Say LETH-er-nek. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɛðɚnɛk/. In British English it is /ˈlɛðənɛk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in leatherneck?
Leatherneck has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LETH). Broken into parts: LETH · er · nek.
Is leatherneck 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 /ˈlɛðənɛk/ (LETH-uh-nek).