How to pronounce starlet
Say it like STAR-lit. Starlet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STAR).
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- STAR
- lit
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Starlet pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- STARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- litKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of starlet
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: STAH-lit.
What does starlet mean?
- A young actress with a promising career ahead of her.
- An accomplished and important supporting player in a sports team.
- A small star.
- Alternative form of starlit.
Where does starlet come from?
From star + -let.
Questions about saying starlet
How do you pronounce starlet?
Say STAR-lit. The American pronunciation is /ˈstɑrlɪt/. In British English it is /ˈstɑːlɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in starlet?
Starlet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STAR). Broken into parts: STAR · lit.
Is starlet 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 /ˈstɑːlɪt/ (STAH-lit).