How to Pronounce "lax"
word
/ˈɫæks/
LAKS
/lˈæks/
LAKS
Definition
Not strict or not careful enough; lacking attention, discipline, or tightness. Used to describe people, rules, or attitudes that are too relaxed or careless.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɫæks/
British English
/lˈæks/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAKS
UK
LAKS
Listen in Context
The teacher was lax about homework deadlines.
They have lax rules in that club.
Her attitude toward safety was too lax.
Security at the airport used to be really lax, but now it's strict.