How to Pronounce Plight

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

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Syllable

6

Letters

/plaɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “plight”

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

What does plight mean?

noun

  1. A dire or unfortunate situation.
  2. A (neutral) condition or state.

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Words that rhyme with plight

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

insightlightcontriteincitedelighteruditebrighttwilightreconditeforthrightacolytespite

Related words

predicamentquandaryengagepledgetrothaffiancebetrothmisery

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "plight"?▾

"Plight" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "plight"?▾

The IPA transcription of "plight" is /plaɪt/.

What does "plight" mean?▾

Plight: A dire or unfortunate situation.

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