How to Pronounce "lighten"
word
/ˈɫaɪtən/
LY-tuhn
/lˈaɪtən/
LY-tuhn
Definition
To make something lighter in color, weight, or mood. It can also mean to reduce something unpleasant, such as a burden, pain, or serious atmosphere.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɫaɪtən/
British English
/lˈaɪtən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LY-tuhn
UK
LY-tuhn
Listen in Context
This shampoo can lighten your hair a little.
A joke helped lighten the mood at dinner.
We need to lighten this box before we carry it.
I was trying to lighten the conversation, not offend anyone.