How to Pronounce "lees"
word
ˈɫiz
LEEZ
lˈiːz
LEEZ
Definition
Lees are the solid bits that settle at the bottom of wine or other alcoholic drinks during fermentation. The word can also refer generally to sediment left after a liquid.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫiz
British English
lˈiːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LEEZ
UK
LEEZ
Listen in Context
The wine was aged on its lees for extra flavor.
You can see lees at the bottom of the bottle.
Winemakers often remove the lees to make the wine clear.
Some champagne gets its creamy taste from resting on the lees.