leadership

/ˈliːdərʃɪp/

Syllables lead·er·ship

Stress LEAD-er-ship

Phonics Breakdown

lead

/liːd/

long e

er

/ər/

er schwa

ship

/ʃɪp/

sh sound

Meaning

the ability to lead people or an organization

Sound Reference

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lead=/liːd/(lead, read) + er=/ər/(teacher) + ship=/ʃɪp/(ship)

Example

Good leadership is essential for a successful team.