How to pronounce sunlit
Say it like SUHN-lit. Sunlit has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUHN).
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- SUHN
- lit
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sunlit pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SUHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- litGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of sunlit
American and British speakers say sunlit in essentially the same way: /ˈsʌnˌlɪt/ in the US and /ˈsʌnlɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: SUHN-lit.
What does sunlit mean?
- Illuminated by sunlight.
Where does sunlit come from?
From sun + lit.
Questions about saying sunlit
How do you pronounce sunlit?
Say SUHN-lit. The American pronunciation is /ˈsʌnˌlɪt/. In British English it is /ˈsʌnlɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sunlit?
Sunlit has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUHN). Broken into parts: SUHN · lit.
Do Americans and Brits say sunlit the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsʌnˌlɪt/ and the British form is /ˈsʌnlɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.