How to pronounce leecher
Say it like LEE-cher. Leecher has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEE).
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- LEE
- cher
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Leecher 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.
- cherKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of leecher
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LEE-chuh.
What does leecher mean?
- One who leeches; a physician.
Where does leecher come from?
From leech + -er.
Words that rhyme with leecher
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of leecher.
Questions about saying leecher
How do you pronounce leecher?
Say LEE-cher. The American pronunciation is /ˈlitʃɚ/. In British English it is /ˈliːtʃə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in leecher?
Leecher has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEE). Broken into parts: LEE · cher.
Is leecher 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 /ˈliːtʃə/ (LEE-chuh).