How to Pronounce "louisville"
word
LOO-ee-vil
LOO-iz-vil
Definition
Louisville is a city in the U.S. state of Kentucky, known for the Kentucky Derby horse race and its cultural highlights.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫuiˌvɪɫ
British English
ˈluːɪsvɪl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LOO-ee-vil
UK
LOO-iz-vil
Listen in Context
Louisville is in Kentucky.
The Kentucky Derby is held in Louisville every year.
Louisville is famous for its bourbon.
Have you ever been to Louisville for the big horse race?