How to Pronounce Attitude

To pronounce "attitude", say ATT-it-ud-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈætəˌtud/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈætəˌtud/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/ˈætɪtjˌuːd/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “attitude”

"attitude" has 4 syllables: att-it-ud-e. It rhymes with shrewd and crude, if that helps it stick.

What does attitude mean?

noun

  1. The position of the body or way of carrying oneself.

    “The ballet dancer walked with a graceful attitude.”

  2. Disposition or state of mind.

    “Don't give me your negative attitude.”

verb

  1. To assume or to place in a particular position or orientation; to pose.
  2. To express an attitude through one's posture, bearing, tone of voice, etc.

Synonyms

orientationtrimposturestance

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Words that rhyme with attitude

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shrewdcrudesubduedfortitudelewdbroodeludeaptitudeprecludeineptitudeexudeallude

Related words

posturepositionposturingstanceattitudinaltrendactionaptitude

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "attitude"?▾

"Attitude" has 4 syllables: att · it · ud · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "attitude"?▾

The IPA transcription of "attitude" is /ˈætəˌtud/.

What does "attitude" mean?▾

Attitude: The position of the body or way of carrying oneself.

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