How to Pronounce Leaders

To pronounce "leaders", say LEAD-ers — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈliː.dəz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈliː.dəz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “leaders”

"leaders" has 2 syllables: lead-ers. It rhymes with readers and bleeders, if that helps it stick.

What does leaders mean?

noun

  1. Any person that leads or directs
  2. An animal that leads

Synonyms

conductorguide

Words that rhyme with leaders

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

readersbleedersfeederscheerleadersweedersringleaderscopyreadersmeadersbirdfeedersmeadorsreedersbreeders

Related words

leadershipaccountableadministratorsanimatorsarrowsauthoritiesbearersbellwethers

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "leaders"?▾

"Leaders" has 2 syllables: lead · ers.

What is the IPA transcription of "leaders"?▾

The IPA transcription of "leaders" is /ˈliː.dəz/.

What does "leaders" mean?▾

Leaders: Any person that leads or directs

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