How to pronounce lightest
Say it like LY-tust. Lightest has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LY).
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US American/ˈlaɪtəst/LY-tust
UK British/ˈlaɪtəst/LY-tust
- LY
- tust
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lightest pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- tustKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of lightest
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: LY-tust.
What does lightest mean?
adjective
- superlative form of light: most light How to pronounce light
Questions about saying lightest
How do you pronounce lightest?
Say LY-tust. The American pronunciation is /ˈlaɪtəst/. In British English it is /ˈlaɪtəst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lightest?
Lightest has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LY). Broken into parts: LY · tust.
Is lightest pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈlaɪtəst/ (LY-tust).