How to pronounce itty
Say it like IT-ee. Itty has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IT).
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- IT
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Itty pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ITSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of itty
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: IT-ee.
What does itty mean?
- Extremely small; itty-bitty.
Where does itty come from?
Baby-talk form of little + -y.
Words that rhyme with itty
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of itty.
Questions about saying itty
How do you pronounce itty?
Say IT-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪti/. In British English it is /ˈɪti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in itty?
Itty has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IT). Broken into parts: IT · ee.
Is itty pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈɪti/ (IT-ee).