How to Pronounce "sprightly"
word
ˈspɹaɪtɫi
SPRYT-lee
spɹˈaɪtli
SPRITE-lee
Definition
Lively, full of energy, and often cheerful, especially used to describe older people who are more energetic than expected.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspɹaɪtɫi
British English
spɹˈaɪtli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPRYT-lee
UK
SPRITE-lee
Listen in Context
My grandmother is very sprightly for her age.
The sprightly dog ran around the yard all day.
She danced in a sprightly way at the party.
Even at 80, Mr. Lee is as sprightly as ever and goes jogging every morning.