How to Pronounce Sleight

To pronounce "sleight", say SLEIGHT — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “sleight”

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

Sounds exactly like: slight — easy to mix up when writing.

What does sleight mean?

noun

  1. Cunning; craft; artful practice.
  2. An artful trick; sly artifice; a feat so dexterous that the manner of performance escapes observation.

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Words that rhyme with sleight

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insightlightcontriteincitedelighteruditebrighttwilightreconditeforthrightplightacolyte

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sleight"?▾

"Sleight" has one syllable.

What does "sleight" mean?▾

Sleight: Cunning; craft; artful practice.

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