How to Pronounce Lathe

To pronounce "lathe", say LATH-e — 2 syllables, IPA /leɪð/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/leɪð/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “lathe”

"lathe" has 2 syllables: lath-e. It rhymes with scathe and swathe, if that helps it stick.

What does lathe mean?

verb

  1. To invite; bid; ask.

Words that rhyme with lathe

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scatheswathespathebathesunbathesnathesaithestaithemathenatherathe

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lathe"?▾

"Lathe" has 2 syllables: lath · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "lathe"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lathe" is /leɪð/.

What does "lathe" mean?▾

Lathe: To invite; bid; ask.

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