How to pronounce pitty
Say it like PIT-ee. Pitty has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PIT).
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- PIT
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Pitty pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PITSay 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 pitty
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: PIT-ee.
What does pitty mean?
- A pit bull terrier.
Where does pitty come from?
From pit(bull) + -y.
Words that rhyme with pitty
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of pitty.
Words that sound like pitty
Questions about saying pitty
How do you pronounce pitty?
Say PIT-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɪti/. In British English it is /ˈpɪti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in pitty?
Pitty has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PIT). Broken into parts: PIT · ee.
Is pitty 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 /ˈpɪti/ (PIT-ee).
What words sound the same as pitty?
Pitty sounds the same as pity in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.