How to Pronounce "lefty"
word
/ˈɫɛfti/
LEF-tee
/lˈɛfti/
LEF-tee
Definition
A 'lefty' is an informal term for a person who uses their left hand more easily or naturally than their right, especially for writing or throwing.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɫɛfti/
British English
/lˈɛfti/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LEF-tee
UK
LEF-tee
Listen in Context
My brother is a lefty and writes with his left hand.
She is the only lefty in her class.
Are you a lefty or a righty?
Baseball teams love a good lefty pitcher.