How to Pronounce "lac"

word

/ˈɫæk/

LAK

/lˈæk/

LAK

Definition

Lac is a natural resin produced by certain insects, mainly found on trees in India and Southeast Asia. It is used to make shellac, varnishes, dyes, and, in some cases, cosmetics or jewelry.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ˈɫæk/

British English

/lˈæk/

Simplified Pronunciation

LAK

Listen in Context

Lac is collected from trees in India.

People use lac to make dyes.

Lac comes from insects, not plants.

Artists sometimes use lac for a natural red pigment.