How to Pronounce "lozenge"
word
ˈɫɔzəndʒ
LAW-zenj
lˈəʊzəndʒ
LOH-zenj
Definition
A lozenge is a small, flavored, medicated tablet that dissolves slowly in the mouth, often used to soothe a sore throat or cough. It can also refer to a diamond-shaped geometric figure.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɔzəndʒ
British English
lˈəʊzəndʒ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAW-zenj
UK
LOH-zenj
Listen in Context
He took a lozenge for his sore throat.
Please suck the lozenge slowly and do not chew it.
A diamond is also called a lozenge in geometry.
If your throat hurts, try having a lozenge—it should help.