How to Pronounce Ditty

To pronounce "ditty", say DITTY — one syllable, IPA /ˈdɪti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈdɪti/

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💡 Tip for remembering “ditty”

"ditty" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with pretty and pity, if that helps it stick.

What does ditty mean?

noun

  1. A short verse or tune.

    “The Acme mattress ditty has been stuck in my head all day.”

  2. A saying or utterance, especially one that is short and frequently repeated.

verb

  1. To sing; to warble a little tune.

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Words that rhyme with ditty

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

prettypitygrittybittiecommitteenittychittykittytittycitymutualitybitty

Related words

jingledumduettinotiddleydicky-birddactylicdiddlydite

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ditty"?▾

"Ditty" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "ditty"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ditty" is /ˈdɪti/.

What does "ditty" mean?▾

Ditty: A short verse or tune.

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