How to Pronounce Lecture

To pronounce "lecture", say LECT-ur-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈlɛk.t͡ʃə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈlɛk.t͡ʃə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “lecture”

"lecture" has 3 syllables: lect-ur-e. It rhymes with conjecture and architecture, if that helps it stick.

What does lecture mean?

noun

A spoken lesson or exposition, usually delivered to a group.
“During class today the professor delivered an interesting lecture.”
(by extension) a class that primarily consists of a (weekly or other regularly held) lecture (as in sense 1) [usually at college or university]
“Lecture notes are online.”

verb

To teach (somebody) by giving a speech on a given topic.
“The professor lectured to two classes this morning.”
To preach, to berate, to scold.
“Emily's father lectured her about the importance of being home before midnight.”

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Words that rhyme with lecture

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conjecture architecture prefecture

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lecture"?▾

"Lecture" has 3 syllables: lect · ur · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "lecture"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lecture" is /ˈlɛk.t͡ʃə/.

What does "lecture" mean?▾

Lecture: A spoken lesson or exposition, usually delivered to a group.

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