To pronounce "habit", say HAB-it — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhæbət/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈhæbət/
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"habit" has 2 syllables: hab-it. It rhymes with inhabit and abbot, if that helps it stick.
noun
“It’s become a habit of mine to have a cup of coffee after dinner.”
“By force of habit, he dressed for work even though it was holiday.”
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"Habit" has 2 syllables: hab · it.
The IPA transcription of "habit" is /ˈhæbət/.
Habit: An action performed on a regular basis.
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