How to pronounce leh
Say it like LEH. Leh is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- LEH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Leh pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LEHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of leh
American and British speakers say leh in essentially the same way: /lɛ/ in the US and /lɛ/ in the UK.
British respelling: LEH.
What does leh mean?
- Used to convey uncertainty (in response to inconsistent information).“No leh, it’s right here.”
- Used to form “what about … ?” questions.“Our appointment leh?”
- Used to highlight or relay noteworthy information.“It’s next week leh.”
Words that rhyme with leh
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of leh.
Questions about saying leh
How do you pronounce leh?
Say LEH. The American pronunciation is /lɛ/. In British English it is /lɛ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in leh?
Leh is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: LEH.
Do Americans and Brits say leh the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /lɛ/ and the British form is /lɛ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.