How to pronounce leet
Say it like LEET. Leet is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- LEET
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Leet pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LEETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of leet
American and British speakers say leet in essentially the same way: /lit/ in the US and /liːt/ in the UK.
British respelling: LEET.
What does leet mean?
- A portion or list, especially a list of candidates for an office; also the candidates themselves.
- The European pollock.
- Alternative form of leat (“watercourse”).
Where does leet come from?
From Scots leet, leit, of uncertain origin.
Words that rhyme with leet
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of leet.
Questions about saying leet
How do you pronounce leet?
Say LEET. The American pronunciation is /lit/. In British English it is /liːt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in leet?
Leet is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: LEET.
Do Americans and Brits say leet the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /lit/ and the British form is /liːt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.