How to Pronounce Lazy

To pronounce "lazy", say LAZY — one syllable, IPA /ˈleɪzi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈleɪzi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “lazy”

"lazy" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with crazy and hazy, if that helps it stick.

What does lazy mean?

noun

  1. A lazy person.
  2. Sloth (animal).

verb

  1. To laze, act in a lazy manner.

adjective

  1. Unwilling to do work or make an effort; disinclined to exertion.

    “Get out of bed, you lazy lout!”

  2. Causing or characterised by idleness; relaxed or leisurely.

    “I love staying inside and reading on a lazy Sunday.”

Synonyms

bone-idleidleindolentslothfulwork-shy

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Words that rhyme with lazy

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crazyhazyrazeedaisyslazycalabresejaseyglazy

Related words

idlefaineantindolentslothfulwork-shyotioseslowsluggish

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lazy"?▾

"Lazy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "lazy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lazy" is /ˈleɪzi/.

What does "lazy" mean?▾

Lazy: A lazy person.

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