How to Pronounce Lilt

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

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Letters

/lɪlt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “lilt”

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

What does lilt mean?

noun

  1. Animated, brisk motion; spirited rhythm; sprightliness.
  2. A lively song or dance; a cheerful tune.

verb

  1. To do something rhythmically, with animation and quickness, usually of music.
  2. To sing cheerfully, especially in Gaelic.

Words that rhyme with lilt

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tiltsiltgiltguiltstiltwiltbuiltjiltquiltmiltspiltrebuilt

Related words

swingtunelirtflitflitterrhythmizelicklimp

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lilt"?▾

"Lilt" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "lilt"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lilt" is /lɪlt/.

What does "lilt" mean?▾

Lilt: Animated, brisk motion; spirited rhythm; sprightliness.

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