How to Pronounce "penlight"
word
ˈpɛnˌlaɪt
PEN-lyt
ˈpɛnˌlaɪt
PEN-lyt
Definition
A small flashlight shaped like a pen, often used by doctors to look at eyes, throat, or ears, or for other tasks where a focused light is needed.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɛnˌlaɪt
British English
ˈpɛnˌlaɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PEN-lyt
UK
PEN-lyt
Listen in Context
The doctor used a penlight to check my eyes.
She carries a penlight in her bag for emergencies.
My father gave me a new penlight for my science project.
Nurses often use a penlight during night shifts to avoid waking patients.