How to Pronounce Layperson

To pronounce "layperson", say LAYP-ers-on — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

LAYP-ers-on

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💡 Tip for remembering “layperson”

"layperson" has 3 syllables: layp-ers-on. It rhymes with worsen and chairperson, if that helps it stick.

What does layperson mean?

noun

  1. A person who is not a cleric.
  2. One who is not intimately familiar with a given subject or activity.

    “The book was written for professionals, but an intelligent layperson could understand most of it.”

Antonyms

aficionadoexpertprofessionalspecialist

Words that rhyme with layperson

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

worsenchairperson

Related words

laymansecularoutsiderlaylaicnon-lawyerlaywomannonlawyer

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "layperson"?▾

"Layperson" has 3 syllables: layp · ers · on.

What does "layperson" mean?▾

Layperson: A person who is not a cleric.

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