To pronounce "tighter", say TIGHT-er — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
tighter
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"tighter" has 2 syllables: tight-er. It rhymes with blighter and writer, if that helps it stick.
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Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Tighter" has 2 syllables: tight · er.
Tighter: A ribbon or string used to draw clothes closer; a tightener.
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