How to pronounce lexeme
Say it like LEK-seem. Lexeme has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEK).
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- LEK
- seem
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lexeme pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- seemGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of lexeme
American and British speakers say lexeme in essentially the same way: /ˈlɛkˌsim/ in the US and /ˈlɛkˌsiːm/ in the UK.
British respelling: LEK-seem.
What does lexeme mean?
- The abstract minimum unit of language or meaning that underlies such a set.
- The set itself; a lexemic family.
- The wordform chosen to represent such a set or family.
Questions about saying lexeme
How do you pronounce lexeme?
Say LEK-seem. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɛkˌsim/. In British English it is /ˈlɛkˌsiːm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lexeme?
Lexeme has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEK). Broken into parts: LEK · seem.
Do Americans and Brits say lexeme the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlɛkˌsim/ and the British form is /ˈlɛkˌsiːm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.