How to Pronounce "lecture"
word
/ˈɫɛktʃɝ/
LEK-chur
/lˈɛktʃɐ/
LEK-chuh
Definition
A lecture is a talk given to teach people about a subject, especially in a school or university. It can also mean a long, serious talk in which someone criticizes you or tells you how to behave.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɫɛktʃɝ/
British English
/lˈɛktʃɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LEK-chur
UK
LEK-chuh
Listen in Context
The professor gave a lecture on climate change.
We have a history lecture at ten.
My mom gave me a lecture about cleaning my room.
I skipped the morning lecture and borrowed the notes from a friend.