How to Pronounce "lector"
word
ˈɫɛktɝ
LEK-ter
lˈɛktɐ
LEK-tuh
Definition
A lector is a person, especially in religious services or academic settings, who reads texts aloud to an audience. It can also refer to someone employed to read to others, such as factory workers or in a university.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɛktɝ
British English
lˈɛktɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LEK-ter
UK
LEK-tuh
Listen in Context
The lector read the Bible passage during the service.
At the university, the lector gave a talk about literature.
The factory hired a lector to read to the workers.
The church rotates different lectors every week for the readings.