How to pronounce lordery
Say it like LOR-duh-ree. Lordery has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOR).
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- LOR
- duh
- ree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lordery pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- duhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of lordery
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LAW-duh-ree.
What does lordery mean?
- The practice of being a lord.
Where does lordery come from?
From lord + -ery.
Questions about saying lordery
How do you pronounce lordery?
Say LOR-duh-ree. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɔrdəri/. In British English it is /ˈlɔːdəri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lordery?
Lordery has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOR). Broken into parts: LOR · duh · ree.
Is lordery 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 /ˈlɔːdəri/ (LAW-duh-ree).