How to Pronounce Lightship

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

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

LIGHTSH-ip

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💡 Tip for remembering “lightship”

"lightship" has 2 syllables: lightsh-ip. It rhymes with slip and kinship, if that helps it stick.

What does lightship mean?

noun

  1. A vessel riding at anchor and displaying a light for the guidance of sailors, in a position where a fixed lighthouse structure would be impracticable.

Synonyms

lightboatlightvessel

Words that rhyme with lightship

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

slipkinshipquipfellowshipgripriptripkipcompanionshipcourtshipstewardshipclip

Related words

lighthouseschoolshiplinerlanterndeadlight

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lightship"?▾

"Lightship" has 2 syllables: lightsh · ip.

What does "lightship" mean?▾

Lightship: A vessel riding at anchor and displaying a light for the guidance of sailors, in a position where a fixed lighthouse structure would be impracticable.

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