How to pronounce starlit
Say it like STAR-lit. Starlit has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STAR).
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- STAR
- lit
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Starlit 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 starlit
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: STAH-lit.
What does starlit mean?
- Illuminated by starlight.
Where does starlit come from?
From star + lit.
Words that rhyme with starlit
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Words that sound like starlit
Questions about saying starlit
How do you pronounce starlit?
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 starlit?
Starlit has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STAR). Broken into parts: STAR · lit.
Is starlit 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).
What words sound the same as starlit?
Starlit sounds the same as starlet in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.