How to pronounce swordfight
Say it like SORD-fyte. Swordfight has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SORD).
Click the play button next to American or British to hear how to pronounce swordfight. Choose Slow to hear each sound clearly.
- SORD
- fyte
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Swordfight pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SORDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- fyteKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of swordfight
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SAWD-fyte.
What does swordfight mean?
- A fight or duel using swords.
Where does swordfight come from?
From sword + fight.
Questions about saying swordfight
How do you pronounce swordfight?
Say SORD-fyte. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɔrdfaɪt/. In British English it is /ˈsɔːdfaɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in swordfight?
Swordfight has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SORD). Broken into parts: SORD · fyte.
Is swordfight 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 /ˈsɔːdfaɪt/ (SAWD-fyte).