How to pronounce lesbic
Say it like LEZ-bik. Lesbic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEZ).
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- LEZ
- bik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lesbic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LEZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- bikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of lesbic
American and British speakers say lesbic in essentially the same way: /ˈlɛzbɪk/ in the US and /ˈlɛzbɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: LEZ-bik.
What does lesbic mean?
- Pertaining to love between women; lesbian; sapphic.
Questions about saying lesbic
How do you pronounce lesbic?
Say LEZ-bik. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɛzbɪk/. In British English it is /ˈlɛzbɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lesbic?
Lesbic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEZ). Broken into parts: LEZ · bik.
Do Americans and Brits say lesbic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlɛzbɪk/ and the British form is /ˈlɛzbɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.