How to Pronounce Halt

To pronounce "halt", say HALT — one syllable, IPA /hɔːlt/. 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

/hɔːlt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “halt”

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

What does halt mean?

verb

  1. To limp; move with a limping gait.
  2. To stand in doubt whether to proceed, or what to do; hesitate; be uncertain; linger; delay; mammer.

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Words that rhyme with halt

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exaltassaultvaultdefaultfaultsaltasphaltmaltwaltgaltsault

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "halt"?▾

"Halt" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "halt"?▾

The IPA transcription of "halt" is /hɔːlt/.

What does "halt" mean?▾

Halt: To limp; move with a limping gait.

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