How to pronounce lycra
Say it like LY-kruh. Lycra has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LY).
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- LY
- kruh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lycra pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- kruhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of lycra
American and British speakers say lycra in essentially the same way: /ˈlaɪkrə/ in the US and /ˈlaɪkrə/ in the UK.
British respelling: LY-kruh.
What does lycra mean?
- Letter case form of Lycra.
Questions about saying lycra
How do you pronounce lycra?
Say LY-kruh. The American pronunciation is /ˈlaɪkrə/. In British English it is /ˈlaɪkrə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lycra?
Lycra has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LY). Broken into parts: LY · kruh.
Do Americans and Brits say lycra the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlaɪkrə/ and the British form is /ˈlaɪkrə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.