Proper Pronunciation Guide

leisurely

[li ʒɚ li]

Tips:

  • Pronounce the vowel in the first syllable like the name of the letter “e”—
    /i/—and stress it.
  • Pronounce the letter “s” as
    /ʒ/.
  • Pronounce the letters “ure” as the unstressed R-vowel
    /ɚ/ .

Practice Sentence:

 We took a leisurely stroll through the garden.

Definition:

  • (adverb) Unhurriedly; slowly; taking plenty of time.

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