How to pronounce leathery
Say it like LETH-uh-ree. Leathery has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LETH).
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- LETH
- uh
- ree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Leathery 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.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of leathery
American and British speakers say leathery in essentially the same way: /ˈlɛðəri/ in the US and /ˈlɛðəri/ in the UK.
British respelling: LETH-uh-ree.
What does leathery mean?
- Having the consistency, feel, or texture of leather.“The beef jerky was tough and leathery.”
Where does leathery come from?
From leather + -y.
Words that rhyme with leathery
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of leathery.
Questions about saying leathery
How do you pronounce leathery?
Say LETH-uh-ree. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɛðəri/. In British English it is /ˈlɛðəri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in leathery?
Leathery has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LETH). Broken into parts: LETH · uh · ree.
Do Americans and Brits say leathery the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlɛðəri/ and the British form is /ˈlɛðəri/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.