How to Pronounce "highlighter"
word
ˈhaɪˌlaɪtər
HY-lye-ter
hˈaɪlaɪtɐ
HY-lye-tuh
Definition
A highlighter is a pen with brightly colored ink used to mark important words or sections in books, notes, or documents. It can also mean a type of makeup applied to the face to make certain features stand out.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhaɪˌlaɪtər
British English
hˈaɪlaɪtɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HY-lye-ter
UK
HY-lye-tuh
Listen in Context
I always use a highlighter to mark important words in my textbook.
She bought a pink highlighter for her notes.
Can I borrow your yellow highlighter?
This paragraph really stands out when you go over it with a highlighter.