How to Pronounce Laggard

To pronounce "laggard", say LAGG-ard — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈlæɡəd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈlæɡəd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “laggard”

"laggard" has 2 syllables: lagg-ard. It rhymes with haggard and staggered, if that helps it stick.

What does laggard mean?

noun

  1. One who lags behind; one who takes more time than is necessary or than the others in a group.

adjective

  1. Lagging behind; taking more time than the others in a group.
  2. (animal husbandry) Not growing as quickly as the rest of the flock or herd.

    “The laggard broilers are euthanized and incinerated.”

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Words that rhyme with laggard

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

haggardstaggeredswaggeredagardmaggardthagardthaggard

Related words

slowdawdlingdilatorydawdlerunpunctualpokeypokydrone

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "laggard"?▾

"Laggard" has 2 syllables: lagg · ard.

What is the IPA transcription of "laggard"?▾

The IPA transcription of "laggard" is /ˈlæɡəd/.

What does "laggard" mean?▾

Laggard: One who lags behind; one who takes more time than is necessary or than the others in a group.

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