How to Pronounce Sunlight

To pronounce "sunlight", say SUNL-ight — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsʌnˌlaɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈsʌnˌlaɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sunlight”

"sunlight" has 2 syllables: sunl-ight. It rhymes with insight and light, if that helps it stick.

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

What does sunlight mean?

noun

All the electromagnetic radiation given off by the Sun, especially that in the visible spectrum that bathes the Earth.
“Sunlight on the skin gives you vitamin D.”
Brightness, hope; a positive outlook.

verb

To work on the side (at a secondary job) during the daytime.

noun

The time of day when the sun appears above the eastern horizon.
“I'll meet you at the docks at sunrise.”
The change in color of the sky at dawn.
“Did you see the beautiful sunrise this morning?”

Synonyms

hope optimism daylight sunshine break of day first light sunup crack of dawn dawn sparrow-fart

Antonyms

sunset

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Words that rhyme with sunlight

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

insight light contrite incite delight erudite bright twilight recondite forthright plight acolyte

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sunlight"?▾

"Sunlight" has 2 syllables: sunl · ight.

What is the IPA transcription of "sunlight"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sunlight" is /ˈsʌnˌlaɪt/.

What does "sunlight" mean?▾

Sunlight: All the electromagnetic radiation given off by the Sun, especially that in the visible spectrum that bathes the Earth.

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