How to Pronounce "latent"
word
ˈɫeɪtənt
LAY-tuhnt
lˈeɪtənt
LAY-tuhnt
Definition
Existing but not yet visible, active, or developed; something hidden or not obvious for now but with the potential to appear or become active later.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫeɪtənt
British English
lˈeɪtənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAY-tuhnt
UK
LAY-tuhnt
Listen in Context
The virus remained latent in his body for years.
She has a latent talent for painting.
There is a latent risk in that project.
Many people carry latent abilities they never discover.