How to Pronounce Fight

To pronounce "fight", say FIGHT — one syllable, IPA /[fʌɪt]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/[fʌɪt]/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fight”

"fight" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with insight and light, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: feit, fite — easy to mix up when writing.

What does fight mean?

verb

  1. To contend in physical conflict, either singly or in war, battle etc.

    “A wounded animal will fight like a maniac, relentless, savage and murderous.”

  2. To contend in physical conflict with each other, either singly or in war, battle etc.

    “The two boxers have been fighting for more than half an hour.”

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Words that rhyme with fight

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

insightlightcontriteincitedelighteruditebrighttwilightreconditeforthrightplightacolyte

Related words

battleconflictcombatpushcompetitivenessstruggleagitatedefend

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fight"?▾

"Fight" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "fight"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fight" is /[fʌɪt]/.

What does "fight" mean?▾

Fight: To contend in physical conflict, either singly or in war, battle etc.

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