How to Pronounce "lessens"
word
ˈɫɛsənz
LES-enz
lˈɛsənz
LES-enz
Definition
To become smaller in amount, degree, or strength, or to make something do this.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɛsənz
British English
lˈɛsənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LES-enz
UK
LES-enz
Listen in Context
Exercise often lessens stress.
A bandage lessens the bleeding.
Rain lessens the dust in the air.
Over time, the pain usually lessens.