How to Pronounce Slight

To pronounce "slight", say SLIGHT — one syllable, IPA /[sl̥l͡ɐɪʔ̚]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/[sl̥l͡ɐɪʔ̚]/

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💡 Tip for remembering “slight”

"slight" 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: sleight — easy to mix up when writing.

What does slight mean?

noun

  1. The act of slighting; a deliberate act of neglect or discourtesy.
  2. Sleight.

verb

  1. To treat as unimportant or not worthy of attention; to make light of.
  2. To give lesser weight or importance to.

adjective

  1. Small
  2. Of slender build

    “a slight but graceful woman”

Synonyms

belittlementignoringneglectbelittlecontemndespisecontemptuousdisdainfulscornfuldaft

Antonyms

respectesteemvaluehonor

Words that rhyme with slight

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

insightlightcontriteincitedelighteruditebrighttwilightreconditeforthrightplightacolyte

Related words

littletenuousslenderslimthinflimsyweakcold-shoulder

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "slight"?▾

"Slight" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "slight"?▾

The IPA transcription of "slight" is /[sl̥l͡ɐɪʔ̚]/.

What does "slight" mean?▾

Slight: The act of slighting; a deliberate act of neglect or discourtesy.

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