How to Pronounce "lutes"
word
ˈɫuts
LOOTS
lˈuːts
LOOTS
Definition
Plural of lute; stringed musical instruments with a rounded back and a neck, often used in traditional and early music.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫuts
British English
lˈuːts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LOOTS
UK
LOOTS
Listen in Context
The museum has old lutes on display.
Lutes were popular in medieval music.
Musicians tuned their lutes before playing.
I've never seen so many lutes in one place before!