How to Pronounce Gilt

To pronounce "gilt", say GILT — one syllable, IPA /ɡɪɫt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ɡɪɫt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “gilt”

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

Sounds exactly like: guilt — easy to mix up when writing.

What does gilt mean?

verb

  1. To cover with a thin layer of gold; to cover with gold leaf.
  2. To adorn.

noun

  1. Gold or other metal in a thin layer; gilding.
  2. Money.

adjective

  1. Golden coloured.

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Words that rhyme with gilt

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lilttiltsiltguiltstiltwiltbuiltjiltquiltmiltspiltrebuilt

Related words

goldenaureategoldcoloredchromaticclothparcelauric

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gilt"?▾

"Gilt" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "gilt"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gilt" is /ɡɪɫt/.

What does "gilt" mean?▾

Gilt: To cover with a thin layer of gold; to cover with gold leaf.

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