How to Pronounce "las"
word
/ˈɛˈɫeɪˈɛs/, /ˈɫɑs/
EL-ay-ES, lahs
/ˈɛˈleɪˈɛs/, /ˈlɒs/
EL-ay-ES, los
Definition
A common short form of 'Las Vegas,' the famous city in Nevada known for casinos, hotels, nightlife, and entertainment. People often use it informally in speech and writing.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɛˈɫeɪˈɛs/, /ˈɫɑs/
British English
/ˈɛˈleɪˈɛs/, /ˈlɒs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EL-ay-ES, lahs
UK
EL-ay-ES, los
Listen in Context
We are going to Las next month.
My uncle works in Las.
They stayed in Las for three days.
We did a quick weekend trip to Las, and honestly, it was enough for me.