How to Pronounce Lector

To pronounce "lector", say LECT-or — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

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Letters

LECT-or

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💡 Tip for remembering “lector”

"lector" has 2 syllables: lect-or. It rhymes with specter and spectre, if that helps it stick.

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

What does lector mean?

noun

  1. A lay person who reads aloud certain religious texts in a church service.
  2. A public lecturer or reader at some universities.

Words that rhyme with lector

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

specterspectreprotectorsectorhectorrectorvectornectardirectordefectorprospectorinspector

Related words

lecturerreadercaveatlectouranagnostvoorleserlectureeprelector

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lector"?▾

"Lector" has 2 syllables: lect · or.

What does "lector" mean?▾

Lector: A lay person who reads aloud certain religious texts in a church service.

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