How to pronounce lexicographer
Say it like lek-sih-KAH-gruh-fer. Lexicographer has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KAH).
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- lek
- sih
- KAH
- gruh
- fer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lexicographer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- lekGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- sihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- KAHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- gruhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- ferKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of lexicographer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: lek-sih-KOG-ruh-fuh.
What does lexicographer mean?
- One who writes or compiles a dictionary.
Words that rhyme with lexicographer
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Questions about saying lexicographer
How do you pronounce lexicographer?
Say lek-sih-KAH-gruh-fer. The American pronunciation is /ˌlɛksɪˈkɑɡrəfɚ/. In British English it is /ˌlɛksɪˈkɒɡrəfə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lexicographer?
Lexicographer has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KAH). Broken into parts: lek · sih · KAH · gruh · fer.
Is lexicographer 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 /ˌlɛksɪˈkɒɡrəfə/ (lek-sih-KOG-ruh-fuh).