American English pronunciation

How to pronounce 'legitimate' in American English

Learn the American English pronunciation of "legitimate" with simple phonetic spelling, IPA transcription, meaning, example sentences, and AI-powered pronunciation practice.

Pronunciation of "legitimate"

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Simple pronunciation
luh-jih-duh-muht
IPA transcription
/ləˈʤɪ.ɾə.mət̚/
Word frequency
4,350th

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What does "legitimate" mean?

  1. 1.allowed by law
  2. 2.real or true
  3. 3.born when parents are legally married

Examples of "legitimate" in a sentence

  • He has a legitimate claim to the inheritance.
  • You need legitimate ID to enter the building.
  • The company offers legitimate work-from-home opportunities.

How common is "legitimate"?

Legitimate is the 4,350th most common word in English.

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