How to Pronounce "knight"

word

/ˈnaɪt/

nyt

/nˈaɪt/

nyt

Definition

A knight was a soldier of high social rank in the Middle Ages, usually fighting on horseback and serving a king or lord. In modern British use, it can also mean a man who has received an honorary title from the king or queen.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ˈnaɪt/

British English

/nˈaɪt/

Simplified Pronunciation

nyt

Listen in Context

The knight rode a white horse.

In chess, the knight moves in an L shape.

The young knight promised to protect the king.

He thinks he's some kind of knight in shining armor, always trying to save everyone.