How to Pronounce Les

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

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Syllable

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Letters

/lɛz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “les”

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

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

What does les mean?

noun

  1. A homosexual woman, one who is mostly or exclusively sexually or romantically attracted to other women.
  2. A homosexual female animal.

adjective

  1. (of a woman) Homosexual, gay; preferring mostly or exclusively women as romantic or sexual partners.

    “She is lesbian.”

  2. (of a romantic or sexual act or relationship) Between two or more women; homosexual, gay.

    “a lesbian relationship / marriage / kiss”

Synonyms

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Words that rhyme with les

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "les"?▾

"Les" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "les"?▾

The IPA transcription of "les" is /lɛz/.

What does "les" mean?▾

Les: A homosexual woman, one who is mostly or exclusively sexually or romantically attracted to other women.

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