How to pronounce lethargic
Say it like luh-THAR-jik. Lethargic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (THAR).
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- luh
- THAR
- jik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lethargic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- luhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- THARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- jikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of lethargic
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: luh-THAH-jik.
What does lethargic mean?
- Sluggish, slow.
- Indifferent, apathetic.
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Questions about saying lethargic
How do you pronounce lethargic?
Say luh-THAR-jik. The American pronunciation is /ləˈθɑrdʒɪk/. In British English it is /ləˈθɑːdʒɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lethargic?
Lethargic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (THAR). Broken into parts: luh · THAR · jik.
Is lethargic 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 /ləˈθɑːdʒɪk/ (luh-THAH-jik).