How to Pronounce "lefties"
word
ˈɫɛftiz
LEF-teez
lˈɛftɪz
LEF-tiz
Definition
Informal plural for people who are left-handed, meaning they write or use their left hand more than their right. It can also informally refer to political left-wing people.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɛftiz
British English
lˈɛftɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LEF-teez
UK
LEF-tiz
Listen in Context
Many famous artists are lefties.
Are there any lefties in your class?
Both my parents are lefties.
It can be hard for lefties to use scissors made for right-handed people.