How to pronounce lefties
Say it like LEF-teez. Lefties has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEF).
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- LEF
- teez
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lefties pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LEFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- teezKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of lefties
American and British speakers say lefties in essentially the same way: /ˈlɛftiz/ in the US and /ˈlɛftiz/ in the UK.
British respelling: LEF-teez.
What does lefties mean?
- plural of lefty How to pronounce lefty
- plural of leftie
Questions about saying lefties
How do you pronounce lefties?
Say LEF-teez. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɛftiz/. In British English it is /ˈlɛftiz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lefties?
Lefties has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEF). Broken into parts: LEF · teez.
Do Americans and Brits say lefties the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlɛftiz/ and the British form is /ˈlɛftiz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.