How to pronounce levitous
Say it like LEV-ih-tus. Levitous has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEV).
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- LEV
- ih
- tus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Levitous pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LEVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- tusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of levitous
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: LEV-ih-tus.
What does levitous mean?
- Exhibiting levity.
Where does levitous come from?
From levity + -ous.
Questions about saying levitous
How do you pronounce levitous?
Say LEV-ih-tus. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɛvɪtəs/. In British English it is /ˈlɛvɪtəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in levitous?
Levitous has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEV). Broken into parts: LEV · ih · tus.
Is levitous pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈlɛvɪtəs/ (LEV-ih-tus).