How to Pronounce Stealth

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

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Syllable

Letters

/stɛlθ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “stealth”

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

What does stealth mean?

noun

The attribute or characteristic of acting in secrecy, or in such a way that the actions are unnoticed or difficult to detect by others.
An act of secrecy, especially one involving thievery.

verb

To conceal or infiltrate through the use of stealth.
To have sexual intercourse without a condom through deception (for example, removing the condom mid-act).

adjective

Of a transgender person, hiding their transgender status from society after transition.
“He has been/lived stealth for 10 years.”

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Words that rhyme with stealth

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health wealth accuhealth belth commonwealth metrahealth

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "stealth"?▾

"Stealth" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "stealth"?▾

The IPA transcription of "stealth" is /stɛlθ/.

What does "stealth" mean?▾

Stealth: The attribute or characteristic of acting in secrecy, or in such a way that the actions are unnoticed or difficult to detect by others.

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