How to Pronounce "spotlight"
word
/ˈspɑtˌɫaɪt/
SPAHT-lyt
/spˈɒtlaɪt/
SPOT-lyt
Definition
A strong, focused light used to illuminate a particular spot or person; also, attention or public notice directed at someone or something.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈspɑtˌɫaɪt/
British English
/spˈɒtlaɪt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPAHT-lyt
UK
SPOT-lyt
Listen in Context
The actor stood in the spotlight on the stage.
A bright spotlight lit up the painting.
She doesn't like being in the spotlight.
After his big win, all the spotlight was on him.