How to Pronounce Admit

To pronounce "admit", say ADM-it — 2 syllables, IPA /ədˈmɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ədˈmɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “admit”

"admit" has 2 syllables: adm-it. It rhymes with shit and fit, if that helps it stick.

What does admit mean?

verb

  1. To allow to enter; to grant entrance (to), whether into a place, into the mind, or into consideration

    “A ticket admits one into a playhouse.”

  2. To allow (someone) to enter a profession or to enjoy a privilege; to recognize as qualified for a franchise.

    “the prisoner was admitted to bail”

Synonyms

inletlet inacknowledgeownconfessown up

Words that rhyme with admit

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shitfitgritbitcounterfeithitsplittransmitsubmitremitacquitomit

Related words

allowacceptacknowledgeaccommodateincludetakehold

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "admit"?▾

"Admit" has 2 syllables: adm · it.

What is the IPA transcription of "admit"?▾

The IPA transcription of "admit" is /ədˈmɪt/.

What does "admit" mean?▾

Admit: To allow to enter; to grant entrance (to), whether into a place, into the mind, or into consideration

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