How to Pronounce "lilt"
word
ˈɫɪɫt
LILT
lˈɪlt
LILT
Definition
A lilt is a pleasant, rhythmic way of speaking or singing, with a noticeable rise and fall in tone. It can also refer to a happy, lively rhythm in music or voices.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɪɫt
British English
lˈɪlt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LILT
UK
LILT
Listen in Context
Her voice has a soft lilt when she sings.
I love the cheerful lilt of Irish music.
His speech had a pleasant lilt.
You can hear the lilt in her accent as soon as she starts talking.