How to pronounce leisurely
Say it like LEE-zer-lee. Leisurely has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEE).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈlizɚli/LEE-zer-lee
UK British/ˈlɛʒəli/LEZH-uh-lee
- LEE
- zer
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Leisurely pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- zerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of leisurely
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LEZH-uh-lee.
What does leisurely mean?
adjective
- Characterized by leisure; taking plenty of time; unhurried.“He goes about his business in a leisurely manner”
- In a leisurely manner.
Where does leisurely come from?
From leisure + -ly.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying leisurely
How do you pronounce leisurely?
Say LEE-zer-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈlizɚli/. In British English it is /ˈlɛʒəli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in leisurely?
Leisurely has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEE). Broken into parts: LEE · zer · lee.
Is leisurely 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 /ˈlɛʒəli/ (LEZH-uh-lee).