How to Pronounce Alright

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ɒˈɹaɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “alright”

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

What does alright mean?

adjective

  1. Good; in acceptable, if not excellent condition.

    “The car is all right. It gets me there, anyway.”

  2. In good health, unharmed.

    “I had a headache earlier, but now I'm all right.”

interjection

  1. Used to indicate acknowledgement or acceptance; OK.
  2. A generic greeting; hello; how are you.

Words that rhyme with alright

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

insightlightcontriteincitedelighteruditebrighttwilightreconditeforthrightplightacolyte

Related words

satisfactoryokfineokaya-okaywellproperly

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "alright"?▾

"Alright" has 2 syllables: alr · ight.

What is the IPA transcription of "alright"?▾

The IPA transcription of "alright" is /ɒˈɹaɪt/.

What does "alright" mean?▾

Alright: Good; in acceptable, if not excellent condition.

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