How to Pronounce Limelight

To pronounce "limelight", say LIM-el-ight — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈlaɪm.laɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈlaɪm.laɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “limelight”

"limelight" has 3 syllables: lim-el-ight. It rhymes with insight and light, if that helps it stick.

What does limelight mean?

noun

  1. A type of stage lighting once used in theatres and music halls, producing a bright light by the use of incandescent quicklime.
  2. (by extension) Attention, notice, a starring or central role, present fame.

verb

  1. To illuminate with limelight

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Words that rhyme with limelight

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

insightlightcontriteincitedelighteruditebrighttwilightreconditeforthrightplightacolyte

Related words

spotlightforegroundfocuslightprofileheadingscenearena

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "limelight"?▾

"Limelight" has 3 syllables: lim · el · ight.

What is the IPA transcription of "limelight"?▾

The IPA transcription of "limelight" is /ˈlaɪm.laɪt/.

What does "limelight" mean?▾

Limelight: A type of stage lighting once used in theatres and music halls, producing a bright light by the use of incandescent quicklime.

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