How to Pronounce "lamented"
word
ɫəˈmɛntɪd
luh-MEN-tid
lɐmˈɛntɪd
luh-MEN-tid
Definition
Describes someone or something that is mourned or expressed sorrow for, especially after death. It is most commonly used to respectfully refer to people who have passed away.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɫəˈmɛntɪd
British English
lɐmˈɛntɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
luh-MEN-tid
UK
luh-MEN-tid
Listen in Context
He was a lamented leader in his community.
The whole city mourned their lamented singer.
Her lamented passing left a deep emptiness in our lives.
People still speak fondly of the lamented professor who inspired so many students.