How to pronounce pita
Say it like PEE-tuh. Pita has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PEE).
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- PEE
- tuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Pita pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of pita
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: PIT-uh.
What does pita mean?
- A piece of pita bread; a flatbread pouch used for making sandwiches such as gyros or falafels.
- A fiber obtained from the Agave americana and related species, used for making cordage and paper.
- The plant which yields the fiber.
Words that rhyme with pita
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of pita.
Questions about saying pita
How do you pronounce pita?
Say PEE-tuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈpitə/. In British English it is /ˈpɪtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in pita?
Pita has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PEE). Broken into parts: PEE · tuh.
Is pita 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 /ˈpɪtə/ (PIT-uh).