How to Pronounce lychee

Language: English (from Chinese)   IPA: /ˈlaɪtʃiː/

Pronunciation explanation

LY-chee. Two syllables. Common mispronunciations include "LEE-chee" or "LIT-chee". The standard British and American pronunciation is LY-chee, rhyming with "high-tea".

Practice tip

LY-chee. Rhymes with "high-tea" or "my-key".

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