How to Pronounce Leg

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

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Letters

/leɪɡ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “leg”

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

Sounds exactly like: legge, legg — easy to mix up when writing.

What does leg mean?

noun

  1. A limb or appendage that an animal uses for support or locomotion.

    “{{ux|en|Insects have six legs.}”

  2. In humans, the lower limb extending from the groin to the ankle.

    “Dan won't be able to come to the party, since he broke his leg last week and is now on crutches.”

verb

  1. To remove the legs from an animal carcass.
  2. To build legs onto a platform or stage for support.

Synonyms

cathetuson

Antonyms

off

Words that rhyme with leg

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bootlegseguepegbegnegnutmegmegkegclegggreglegge

Related words

branchforkpegstagepegleglimbpawfoot

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "leg"?▾

"Leg" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "leg"?▾

The IPA transcription of "leg" is /leɪɡ/.

What does "leg" mean?▾

Leg: A limb or appendage that an animal uses for support or locomotion.

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