How to Pronounce "lightened"
word
ˈɫaɪtənd
LYE-tənd
lˈaɪtənd
LYE-tənd
Definition
Made lighter, either by reducing weight, making something brighter, or making a situation feel less serious.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫaɪtənd
British English
lˈaɪtənd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LYE-tənd
UK
LYE-tənd
Listen in Context
She lightened her hair for the summer.
The box was lightened by removing the books.
Their faces lightened when they heard the good news.
Her mood lightened after she talked to her friend.