3 syllables: Lai, ssez, Faire. Stress on Lai.
LAY-zay-fur
/ˈleɪzeɪfɚ/
Laissez-Faire is pronounced LAY-zay-fur (/ˈleɪzeɪfɚ/). It has three syllables (Lai-ssez-Faire), with the stress on "Lai".
How to Pronounce Laissez-Faire
The word "Laissez-Faire" is pronounced with emphasis on the first syllable. Click the audio button above to hear the correct pronunciation.
"Laissez-Faire" sounds like L-a-i-s-s-e-z---F-a-i-r-e. The pronunciation follows standard English pronunciation rules.
"Laissez-Faire" is considered expert difficult to pronounce. With practice and attention to the audio examples, you can master this pronunciation.
"Laissez-Faire" is a noun. It refers to a person, place, thing, or concept.
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