English pronunciation · Words Starting with L
Levy Pronunciation
Levy is pronounced LE-vee, IPA /ˈlɛvi/.
LE-vee
US /ˈlɛvi/ · UK /ˈlɛvi/
Syllables: LE · vee (2 syllables, stress on syllable 1)
noun and verb: An extra charge collected by an authority, or to collect one.
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Levy in a Sentence
- A small levy on plastic bags cut their use sharply.
- The council may levy a charge for green waste.
- The training levy applies to larger employers.
Common Mispronunciations of Levy
Not LEE-vy
Both vowels are short here: the e of bed and then a quick ee. The long version gives the name Levi.
Not luh-VEE
Noun and verb share one rhythm in this word, with the opening beat loud in both.
Tip: Levy rhymes with heavy, and that is the shortest way to fix it.
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