How to Pronounce Leash

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

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Syllable

5

Letters

/liːʃ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “leash”

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

Sounds exactly like: liesch — easy to mix up when writing.

What does leash mean?

noun

  1. A strap, cord or rope with which to restrain an animal, often a dog.
  2. A brace and a half; a tierce.

verb

  1. To fasten or secure with a leash.
  2. To curb, restrain

Synonyms

lead

Antonyms

unleash

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Words that rhyme with leash

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pasticheunleashquichesheeshhashishmacleishkeeshashishheeschbayerischeeashfriesz

Related words

ropetethertroikaleadtreytrinethreesometriad

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "leash"?▾

"Leash" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "leash"?▾

The IPA transcription of "leash" is /liːʃ/.

What does "leash" mean?▾

Leash: A strap, cord or rope with which to restrain an animal, often a dog.

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