How to pronounce locksmith
Say it like LOK-smith. Locksmith has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOK).
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- LOK
- smith
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Locksmith pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LOKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- smithKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of locksmith
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: LOK-smith.
What does locksmith mean?
- One who practices locksmithing.
- Someone who only bets when they are sure they will win.
Where does locksmith come from?
From Middle English loksmith; equivalent to lock + smith.
Questions about saying locksmith
How do you pronounce locksmith?
Say LOK-smith. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɑksmɪθ/. In British English it is /ˈlɒksmɪθ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in locksmith?
Locksmith has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOK). Broken into parts: LOK · smith.
Is locksmith pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈlɒksmɪθ/ (LOK-smith).