How to pronounce lorikeet
Say it like LOR-ih-keet. Lorikeet has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOR).
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- LOR
- ih
- keet
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lorikeet 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 "ah" in father.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- keetKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of lorikeet
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: LOR-ih-keet.
What does lorikeet mean?
- Any of various small, brightly colored parrots native to Australasia. They are usually classified in the subfamily Loriinae.
Where does lorikeet come from?
Blend of lory + parakeet.
Questions about saying lorikeet
How do you pronounce lorikeet?
Say LOR-ih-keet. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɑrɪkit/. In British English it is /ˈlɒrɪkit/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lorikeet?
Lorikeet has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOR). Broken into parts: LOR · ih · keet.
Is lorikeet 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 /ˈlɒrɪkit/ (LOR-ih-keet).