How to pronounce candlelit
Say it like KAN-dul-lit. Candlelit has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAN).
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US American/ˈkændəlˌlɪt/KAN-dul-lit
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- KAN
- dul
- lit
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Candlelit pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- dulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- litGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
What does candlelit mean?
adjective
- Lit by a candle or candles.
Where does candlelit come from?
From candle + lit.
Questions about saying candlelit
How do you pronounce candlelit?
Say KAN-dul-lit. The American pronunciation is /ˈkændəlˌlɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in candlelit?
Candlelit has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAN). Broken into parts: KAN · dul · lit.