How to Pronounce Tight-rope

To pronounce "tight-rope", say TIGHTR-op-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

TIGHTR-op-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “tight-rope”

"tight-rope" has 3 syllables: tightr-op-e.

What does tight-rope mean?

noun

  1. A tightly stretched rope or cable on which acrobats perform high above the ground.
  2. A difficult or desperate situation.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "tight-rope"?▾

"Tight-rope" has 3 syllables: tightr · op · e.

What does "tight-rope" mean?▾

Tight-rope: A tightly stretched rope or cable on which acrobats perform high above the ground.

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