How to pronounce limeade
Say it like LY-mayd. Limeade has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LY).
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- LY
- mayd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Limeade pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- maydKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of limeade
American and British speakers say limeade in essentially the same way: /ˈlaɪmeɪd/ in the US and /ˈlaɪmeɪd/ in the UK.
British respelling: LY-mayd.
What does limeade mean?
- A (variety of) citrus drink made from water, sugar, and the juice of limes.
- A serving of this drink.
Where does limeade come from?
From lime + -ade.
Questions about saying limeade
How do you pronounce limeade?
Say LY-mayd. The American pronunciation is /ˈlaɪmeɪd/. In British English it is /ˈlaɪmeɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in limeade?
Limeade has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LY). Broken into parts: LY · mayd.
Do Americans and Brits say limeade the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlaɪmeɪd/ and the British form is /ˈlaɪmeɪd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.