How to Pronounce "lighthouse"
word
/ˈɫaɪtˌhaʊs/
LYT-hows
/lˈaɪthaʊs/
LYT-hows
Definition
A lighthouse is a tall building near the coast with a strong light at the top to guide ships and warn them about dangerous areas.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɫaɪtˌhaʊs/
British English
/lˈaɪthaʊs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
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UK
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Listen in Context
The lighthouse stands on the cliff above the sea.
Ships use the lighthouse to find their way at night.
The lighthouse keeper turns on the light every evening.
From the beach, we could see the lighthouse blinking all night long.