How to pronounce leucoderm
Say it like LOO-kuh-durm. Leucoderm has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOO).
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- LOO
- kuh
- durm
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Leucoderm pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- durmGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of leucoderm
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LOO-kuh-durm.
What does leucoderm mean?
- A person with white or light skin; a person belonging to a light-skinned race
Where does leucoderm come from?
From leuco- + -derm.
Questions about saying leucoderm
How do you pronounce leucoderm?
Say LOO-kuh-durm. The American pronunciation is /ˈlukəˌdɝm/. In British English it is /ˈluːkəˌdɜːm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in leucoderm?
Leucoderm has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOO). Broken into parts: LOO · kuh · durm.
Is leucoderm 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 /ˈluːkəˌdɜːm/ (LOO-kuh-durm).