How to Pronounce "left and right"
expression
ˈɫɛft/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈɹaɪt
LEFT and RYTE
lˈɛft/ /ˈænd/ /ɹˈaɪt
LEFT and RYTE
Definition
This expression refers to both directions, sides, or options: left and right. Sometimes it can also mean 'everywhere' or happening frequently.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɛft/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈɹaɪt
British English
lˈɛft/ /ˈænd/ /ɹˈaɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LEFT and RYTE
UK
LEFT and RYTE
Listen in Context
Turn left and right to find the exit.
Look left and right before crossing the street.
There are doors on the left and right sides of the room.
He's making mistakes left and right these days.