How to Pronounce "slither"
word
ˈsɫɪðɝ
SLIH-thur
slˈɪðɐ
SLIH-thuh
Definition
To move smoothly over a surface by twisting or sliding, like a snake does. It can also be used for something or someone moving in a sneaky or slippery way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɫɪðɝ
British English
slˈɪðɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SLIH-thur
UK
SLIH-thuh
Listen in Context
The snake began to slither across the sand.
The worm slithers through the wet soil.
Watch the lizard slither out from between the rocks.
He tried to slither past the teacher without being seen.