How to pronounce blighter
Say it like BLY-ter. Blighter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BLY).
- BLY
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Blighter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BLYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of blighter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: BLY-tuh.
What does blighter mean?
- One who blights.
- A person, usually male, especially one who behaves in an objectionable or pitiable manner.
- A man or child, especially an annoying one.
Where does blighter come from?
From blight (something that impedes development or growth, or spoils any other aspect of life) + -er.
Words that rhyme with blighter
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of blighter.
Questions about saying blighter
How do you pronounce blighter?
Say BLY-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈblaɪtɚ/. In British English it is /ˈblaɪtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in blighter?
Blighter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BLY). Broken into parts: BLY · ter.
Is blighter pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈblaɪtə/ (BLY-tuh).