* Received Pronunciation (RP), often considered the "standard" accent, does pronounce "leisure" with a short "e" sound. It sounds similar to the "e" in "bed".
* Many other English accents, including most regional accents, pronounce "leisure" with a long "e" sound, similar to the "e" in "see".
So, the answer is not a simple yes or no. It's important to be aware of the different accents and pronunciations within the English language.