How to pronounce lusory
Say it like LOO-zuh-ree. Lusory has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOO).
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- LOO
- zuh
- ree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lusory 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.
- zuhKeep 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 lusory
American and British speakers say lusory in essentially the same way: /ˈluzəri/ in the US and /ˈluːzəri/ in the UK.
British respelling: LOO-zuh-ree.
What does lusory mean?
- Alternative form of lusorious.
Questions about saying lusory
How do you pronounce lusory?
Say LOO-zuh-ree. The American pronunciation is /ˈluzəri/. In British English it is /ˈluːzəri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lusory?
Lusory has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOO). Broken into parts: LOO · zuh · ree.
Do Americans and Brits say lusory the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈluzəri/ and the British form is /ˈluːzəri/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.