How to Pronounce "literary"
word
/ˈɫɪtɝˌɛɹi/
LI-tuh-rer-ee
/lˈɪtəɹəɹi/
LI-tuh-ruh-ree
Definition
Relating to literature, the writing of books, or the study of written works. Can also describe language or style that is more typical of written works than everyday speech.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɫɪtɝˌɛɹi/
British English
/lˈɪtəɹəɹi/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LI-tuh-rer-ee
UK
LI-tuh-ruh-ree
Listen in Context
She studied literary criticism at university.
The novel won several literary awards.
Metaphor is a common literary device.
His writing has a literary quality that elevates even mundane topics into something beautiful.