How do you pronounce "levee"?

In American English: /ˈlɛvi/ (LEHV-ee). In British English: /lˈɛviː/ (L-ehv). In Canadian English: /ˈlɛvi/ (LEHV-ee). In Australian English: /lˈɛviː/ (L-ehv).

Is "levee" pronounced differently in American and British English?

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈlɛvi/ (LEHV-ee), while in British English it's /lˈɛviː/ (L-ehv).

How to Pronounce "levee"

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levee

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/ˈlɛvi/

LEHV-ee

Syllable Breakdown

lɛvlev·iee

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