How to Pronounce "lit"
word
/ˈɫɪt/
lit
/lˈɪt/
lit
Definition
'Lit' is the past and past participle of 'light' when it means to make something start burning or to switch on a light. In informal speech, especially among younger speakers, it can also mean exciting, fun, or excellent.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɫɪt/
British English
/lˈɪt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
lit
UK
lit
Listen in Context
The room was lit by a small lamp.
She lit a candle before dinner.
The street is lit at night.
That party was lit last night.