How to pronounce lecky
Say it like LEK-ee. Lecky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEK).
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- LEK
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lecky pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of lecky
American and British speakers say lecky in essentially the same way: /ˈlɛki/ in the US and /ˈlɛki/ in the UK.
British respelling: LEK-ee.
What does lecky mean?
- Electricity.“The lecky’s gone off again.”
- Electrician.
Where does lecky come from?
Diminutive form of electricity.
Words that rhyme with lecky
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of lecky.
Questions about saying lecky
How do you pronounce lecky?
Say LEK-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɛki/. In British English it is /ˈlɛki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lecky?
Lecky has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEK). Broken into parts: LEK · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say lecky the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlɛki/ and the British form is /ˈlɛki/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.