How to Pronounce Sprightly

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

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Syllable

Letters

/ˈspɹaɪtli/

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💡 Tip for remembering “sprightly”

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

What does sprightly mean?

adjective

Animated, gay or vivacious; lively, spirited.
Of a person: full of life and vigour, especially with a light and springy step.

Synonyms

active dynamic mettlesome vivacious energetic high-spirited spright

Antonyms

melancholy

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Words that rhyme with sprightly

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

unsightly lightly sightly forthrightly slightly knightly spritely nightly rightly tightly politely wightly

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sprightly"?▾

"Sprightly" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "sprightly"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sprightly" is /ˈspɹaɪtli/.

What does "sprightly" mean?▾

Sprightly: Animated, gay or vivacious; lively, spirited.

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