How to Pronounce "blighty"
word
ˈblaɪti
BLY-tee
ˈblaɪti
BLY-tee
Definition
A British slang word meaning Britain or England, especially used by soldiers or when talking about home with fondness or nostalgia.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈblaɪti
British English
ˈblaɪti
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BLY-tee
UK
BLY-tee
Listen in Context
Many soldiers dreamed about returning to blighty.
He missed the weather back in blighty.
She sent a letter home to blighty every week.
After a year abroad, he was ready to get back to blighty and have a proper cup of tea.