How to pronounce leger
Say it like LEJ-er. Leger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEJ).
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US American/ˈlɛdʒər/LEJ-er
UK British/ˈlɛdʒə/LEJ-uh
- LEJ
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Leger pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LEJSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of leger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LEJ-uh.
What does leger mean?
adjective
- Lying or remaining in a place; hence, resident.“a leger ambassador”
- An ambassador or minister resident at a court or seat of government.
- Alternative form of ledger (“to use (a certain type of bait) in bottom fishing; to engage in bottom fishing”).
Where does leger come from?
A variant of ledger.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Questions about saying leger
How do you pronounce leger?
Say LEJ-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɛdʒər/. In British English it is /ˈlɛdʒə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in leger?
Leger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEJ). Broken into parts: LEJ · er.
Is leger 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 /ˈlɛdʒə/ (LEJ-uh).