How to Pronounce "lee"
word
/ˈɫi/
lee
/lˈiː/
lee
Definition
The lee is the side of something that is sheltered from the wind. It is often used in sailing, weather, and outdoor contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɫi/
British English
/lˈiː/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
lee
UK
lee
Listen in Context
We stood in the lee of the wall to stay warm.
The boat moved to the lee side of the island.
They put the tent in the lee of some rocks.
Let's stop in the lee of that building for a minute—it's really windy out here.