How to pronounce loverboy
Say it like LUHV-er-boy. Loverboy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LUHV).
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- LUHV
- er
- boy
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Loverboy 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.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- boyGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oy" in boy.
American vs British pronunciation of loverboy
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LUHV-uh-boy.
What does loverboy mean?
- A male lover, especially a young one.
- A lady-killer.
Where does loverboy come from?
From lover + boy.
Questions about saying loverboy
How do you pronounce loverboy?
Say LUHV-er-boy. The American pronunciation is /ˈlʌvɚˌbɔɪ/. In British English it is /ˈlʌvəˌbɔɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in loverboy?
Loverboy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LUHV). Broken into parts: LUHV · er · boy.
Is loverboy 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 /ˈlʌvəˌbɔɪ/ (LUHV-uh-boy).