lightface

Questions

What does lightface mean?

The opposite of boldface, a font that is light (has a low ratio of ink to white space).

Where does lightface come from?

From light + face.

How to pronounce lightface

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “lightface”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “lightface”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “lightface” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.