How to pronounce lesbophobe
Say it like LEZ-buh-fohb. Lesbophobe has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEZ).
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- LEZ
- buh
- fohb
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lesbophobe 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.
- buhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- fohbGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of lesbophobe
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: LEZ-buh-fohb.
What does lesbophobe mean?
- One who hates or has a negative perception of lesbians.
Where does lesbophobe come from?
From lesbo- + -phobe.
Questions about saying lesbophobe
How do you pronounce lesbophobe?
Say LEZ-buh-fohb. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɛzbəˌfoʊb/. In British English it is /ˈlɛzbəˌfəʊb/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lesbophobe?
Lesbophobe has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEZ). Broken into parts: LEZ · buh · fohb.
Is lesbophobe pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈlɛzbəˌfəʊb/ (LEZ-buh-fohb).