How to Pronounce Lightbulbs

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

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Syllables

10

Letters

LIGHTB-ulbs

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💡 Tip for remembering “lightbulbs”

"lightbulbs" has 2 syllables: lightb-ulbs. It rhymes with bulbs, if that helps it stick.

What does lightbulbs mean?

noun

  1. An evacuated glass bulb containing a metal filament which is heated by electrical resistance to produce light.
  2. (by extension) An article that resembles such a bulb and converts electricity to light by any process.

    “a fluorescent light bulb”

noun

  1. An uninvited third person joining a couple's date who prevents or hinders romantic interactions.

Synonyms

bulbglow-lampincandescent lamplight globe

Words that rhyme with lightbulbs

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bulbs

Related words

bulbampoulesblistersbulbslampsvials

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lightbulbs"?▾

"Lightbulbs" has 2 syllables: lightb · ulbs.

What does "lightbulbs" mean?▾

Lightbulbs: An evacuated glass bulb containing a metal filament which is heated by electrical resistance to produce light.

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