How to Pronounce Sprite

To pronounce "sprite", say SPRIT-e — 2 syllables, IPA /spɹaɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/spɹaɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sprite”

"sprite" has 2 syllables: sprit-e. It rhymes with insight and light, if that helps it stick.

What does sprite mean?

noun

  1. Spirit; mind; soul; state of mind; mood.
  2. A supernatural being; a spirit; a shade; an apparition; a ghost.

noun

  1. A spirit; a soul; a shade
  2. An apparition; ghost

Synonyms

goblin

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Words that rhyme with sprite

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

insightlightcontriteincitedelighteruditebrighttwilightreconditeforthrightplightacolyte

Related words

faeryfaeriefairypixieelfpixyfaytricksy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sprite"?▾

"Sprite" has 2 syllables: sprit · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "sprite"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sprite" is /spɹaɪt/.

What does "sprite" mean?▾

Sprite: Spirit; mind; soul; state of mind; mood.

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