How to pronounce lefty
Say it like LEF-tee. Lefty has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEF).
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- LEF
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lefty 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.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of lefty
American and British speakers say lefty in essentially the same way: /ˈlɛfti/ in the US and /ˈlɛfti/ in the UK.
British respelling: LEF-tee.
What does lefty mean?
- One who is left-handed.
- One who has left-wing political views.
- One's left hand.
- Left-handed.
- Intended for left-handed use.“The lefty scissors are the ones with the red plastic handles.”
- Left-wing.“Lefty media”
Where does lefty come from?
From left + -y (nominal suffix).
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with lefty
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Questions about saying lefty
How do you pronounce lefty?
Say LEF-tee. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɛfti/. In British English it is /ˈlɛfti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lefty?
Lefty has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEF). Broken into parts: LEF · tee.
Do Americans and Brits say lefty the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlɛfti/ and the British form is /ˈlɛfti/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.