lower sixth

Questions

What does lower sixth mean?

Year 12, the first year of sixth form for 16 to 17 year olds, in which some students sit AS-levels.

How to pronounce lower sixth

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “lower sixth”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “lower sixth”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “lower sixth” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.