English pronunciation · Words Starting with L
Lyricist Pronunciation
Lyricist is pronounced LI-ri-sist, IPA /ˈlɪrɪsɪst/.
LI-ri-sist
US /ˈlɪrɪsɪst/ · UK /ˈlɪrɪˌsɪst/
Syllables: LI · ri · sist (3 syllables, stress on syllable 1)
noun: A person who writes the words for songs.
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Lyricist in a Sentence
- The lyricist and the composer worked in separate cities.
- She is credited as lyricist on four of the songs.
- A good lyricist can carry a weak tune.
Common Mispronunciations of Lyricist
Not LY-ri-sist
A y between consonants usually says the short i of sit, so the word opens like lyric and not like lying.
Not li-RI-sist
LI takes the beat, and the two groups after it stay quiet and even.
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