How to Pronounce Alight

To pronounce "alight", say AL-ight — 2 syllables, IPA /əˈlaɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/əˈlaɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “alight”

"alight" has 2 syllables: al-ight. It rhymes with insight and light, if that helps it stick.

What does alight mean?

verb

  1. (with from) To get off or exit a vehicle or animal; to descend; to dismount.

    “He alighted from his horse.”

  2. (with on or at) To descend and settle, lodge, rest, or stop.

    “A flying bird alights on a tree.”

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Words that rhyme with alight

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

insightlightcontriteincitedelighteruditebrighttwilightreconditeforthrightplightacolyte

Related words

blazingaflarelitlightedburningablazeafireaflame

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "alight"?▾

"Alight" has 2 syllables: al · ight.

What is the IPA transcription of "alight"?▾

The IPA transcription of "alight" is /əˈlaɪt/.

What does "alight" mean?▾

Alight: (with from) To get off or exit a vehicle or animal; to descend; to dismount.

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