How to Pronounce Tilt

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

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Syllable

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Letters

/tɪlt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “tilt”

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

What does tilt mean?

noun

  1. A slope or inclination.
  2. The inclination of part of the body, such as backbone, pelvis, head, etc.

verb

  1. To slope or incline (something); to slant.

    “Tilt the barrel to pour out its contents.”

  2. (jousting) To charge (at someone) with a lance.

Synonyms

inclineslantslope

Words that rhyme with tilt

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

liltsiltgiltguiltstiltwiltbuiltjiltquiltmiltspiltrebuilt

Related words

slantinclinationleanleaningswaytipwobblejoust

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tilt"?▾

"Tilt" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "tilt"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tilt" is /tɪlt/.

What does "tilt" mean?▾

Tilt: A slope or inclination.

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