How to Pronounce Legacy

To pronounce "legacy", say LEG-acy — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈleɪɡəsi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈleɪɡəsi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “legacy”

"legacy" has 2 syllables: leg-acy.

What does legacy mean?

noun

  1. Money or property bequeathed to someone in a will.
  2. Something inherited from a predecessor or the past.

    “John Muir left as his legacy an enduring spirit of respect for the environment.”

adjective

  1. Left over from the past; no longer current.

Synonyms

heritage

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Related words

bequestinheritanceintestacytestamentinheritheirestateproperty

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "legacy"?▾

"Legacy" has 2 syllables: leg · acy.

What is the IPA transcription of "legacy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "legacy" is /ˈleɪɡəsi/.

What does "legacy" mean?▾

Legacy: Money or property bequeathed to someone in a will.

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