How to pronounce leftwing
Say it like LEF-twing. Leftwing has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEF).
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- LEF
- twing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Leftwing 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.
- twingGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of leftwing
American and British speakers say leftwing in essentially the same way: /ˈlɛfˌtwɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈlɛfˌtwɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: LEF-twing.
What does leftwing mean?
- Alternative spelling of left wing.
- Alternative spelling of left-wing.
Questions about saying leftwing
How do you pronounce leftwing?
Say LEF-twing. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɛfˌtwɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈlɛfˌtwɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in leftwing?
Leftwing has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEF). Broken into parts: LEF · twing.
Do Americans and Brits say leftwing the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlɛfˌtwɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈlɛfˌtwɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.