How to pronounce lekker
Say it like LEK-er. Lekker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEK).
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- LEK
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lekker pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LEKSay 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 lekker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LEK-uh.
What does lekker mean?
- Tasty, nice, fun, great.
- Good in a generic sense, worthy, functional.
Where does lekker come from?
From Afrikaans lekker, from Dutch lekker.
Words that rhyme with lekker
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of lekker.
Questions about saying lekker
How do you pronounce lekker?
Say LEK-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɛkər/. In British English it is /ˈlɛkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lekker?
Lekker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEK). Broken into parts: LEK · er.
Is lekker 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 /ˈlɛkə/ (LEK-uh).