How to pronounce zitting
Say it like ZIT-ing. Zitting has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZIT).
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- ZIT
- ing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Zitting pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ZITSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of zitting
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: ZIT-ing.
What does zitting mean?
- Only used in zitting cisticola.
Where does zitting come from?
Onomatopoeic.
Words that rhyme with zitting
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of zitting.
Questions about saying zitting
How do you pronounce zitting?
Say ZIT-ing. The American pronunciation is /ˈzɪtɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈzɪtɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in zitting?
Zitting has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZIT). Broken into parts: ZIT · ing.
Is zitting 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 /ˈzɪtɪŋ/ (ZIT-ing).