How to pronounce lovelier
Say it like LUHV-lee-er. Lovelier has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LUHV).
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- LUHV
- lee
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lovelier pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LUHVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of lovelier
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LUHV-lee-uh.
What does lovelier mean?
- comparative form of lovely: more lovely How to pronounce lovely
Questions about saying lovelier
How do you pronounce lovelier?
Say LUHV-lee-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈlʌvliər/. In British English it is /ˈlʌvliə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lovelier?
Lovelier has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LUHV). Broken into parts: LUHV · lee · er.
Is lovelier 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 /ˈlʌvliə/ (LUHV-lee-uh).