How to Pronounce Glisten

To pronounce "glisten", say GLIST-en — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

GLIST-en

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💡 Tip for remembering “glisten”

"glisten" has 2 syllables: glist-en. It rhymes with listen and christen, if that helps it stick.

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

What does glisten mean?

noun

  1. A glistening shine from a wet surface.

verb

  1. (of a wet or greasy surface) To reflect light with a glittering luster; to sparkle, coruscate, glint or flash.

Words that rhyme with glisten

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

listenchristenrechristenbissendisongrissonthissenbisson

Related words

glitterglisterscintillationsparklegleamglintshineflash

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "glisten"?▾

"Glisten" has 2 syllables: glist · en.

What does "glisten" mean?▾

Glisten: A glistening shine from a wet surface.

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