How to pronounce Lubavitch
Say it like LOO-buh-vich. Lubavitch has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOO).
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- LOO
- buh
- vich
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lubavitch pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- buhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- vichGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of Lubavitch
American and British speakers say Lubavitch in essentially the same way: /ˈlubəˌvɪtʃ/ in the US and /ˈluːbəˌvɪtʃ/ in the UK.
British respelling: LOO-buh-vich.
What does Lubavitch mean?
- a town in Belarus that was the center of the Chabad movement for a brief period during the 19th century
- a large missionary Hasidic movement known for their hospitality, technological expertise, optimism and emphasis on religious study
Questions about saying Lubavitch
How do you pronounce Lubavitch?
Say LOO-buh-vich. The American pronunciation is /ˈlubəˌvɪtʃ/. In British English it is /ˈluːbəˌvɪtʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Lubavitch?
Lubavitch has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOO). Broken into parts: LOO · buh · vich.
Do Americans and Brits say Lubavitch the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlubəˌvɪtʃ/ and the British form is /ˈluːbəˌvɪtʃ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.