How to pronounce Elite in English

Elite is pronounced ə-LEET (IPA /ɪˈliːt/). Stress 'LEET'; the second vowel is /iː/, not /aɪ/.

IPA: /ɪˈliːt/

Syllables: ə · LEET

Common ESL mistake: Learners say 'EE-lite' with a long 'i' in the second syllable.

Tip: Stress 'LEET'; the second vowel is /iː/, not /aɪ/.

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