How to pronounce lightwell
Say it like LYTE-wel. Lightwell has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LYTE).
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- LYTE
- wel
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lightwell pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LYTESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- welGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of lightwell
American and British speakers say lightwell in essentially the same way: /ˈlaɪtˌwɛl/ in the US and /ˈlaɪtˌwɛl/ in the UK.
British respelling: LYTE-wel.
What does lightwell mean?
- An open shaft that transmits light from above into a staircase or an inner room.
Where does lightwell come from?
From light + well.
Questions about saying lightwell
How do you pronounce lightwell?
Say LYTE-wel. The American pronunciation is /ˈlaɪtˌwɛl/. In British English it is /ˈlaɪtˌwɛl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lightwell?
Lightwell has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LYTE). Broken into parts: LYTE · wel.
Do Americans and Brits say lightwell the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlaɪtˌwɛl/ and the British form is /ˈlaɪtˌwɛl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.