How to Pronounce "lackadaisical"
word
ˌɫækəˈdeɪzɪkəɫ
lak-uh-DAY-zi-kuhl
lˌækɐdˈeɪzɪkəl
lak-uh-DAY-zi-kuhl
Definition
Describes someone or something that shows little energy, enthusiasm, or effort; lazy or careless in attitude.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɫækəˈdeɪzɪkəɫ
British English
lˌækɐdˈeɪzɪkəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
lak-uh-DAY-zi-kuhl
UK
lak-uh-DAY-zi-kuhl
Listen in Context
His lackadaisical attitude made the team lose motivation.
The students gave a lackadaisical response to the question.
Her lackadaisical effort led to many mistakes on the project.
Don’t be so lackadaisical—show them you care about your work!