How to Pronounce Leicester/2-syl/

/ˈlɛs.tər/

LEICE STER

l ɛ s t ə r

From Latin *Ligora ceaster* (Roman fort on the River Legra). The "-cester" suffix is always /stər/ in English place names.

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·LEICE· STER

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LEICE - ster ˈlɛs.tər — correct

Frequently asked questions 6

How do you pronounce Leicester?

Leicester is pronounced /ˈlɛs.tər/ — "LEICE-ster" with primary stress on the first syllable.

How many syllables are in Leicester?

Leicester has 2 syllables: LEICE-ster. Stress falls on the first syllable.

Which syllable is stressed in Leicester?

The first syllable — "LEICE" — carries primary stress: /ˈlɛs.tər/.

Where does the word Leicester come from?

Leicester is a English loanword — From Latin *Ligora ceaster* (Roman fort on the River Legra). The "-cester" suffix is always /stər/ in English place names..

Is Leicester pronounced the same in British, American and Australian English?

Leicester varies by dialect: AU /ˈlɛs.tər/, UK /ˈlɛs.tə/, US /ˈlɛs.tər/.

How can I practice pronouncing Leicester?

Break the word into 2 syllables and exaggerate each: LEICE—STER. Stress the first syllable loudly.