How to Pronounce Habits

To pronounce "habits", say HAB-its — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhæbɪts/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈhæbɪts/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “habits”

"habits" has 2 syllables: hab-its. It rhymes with babbitts and rabbits, if that helps it stick.

What does habits mean?

noun

  1. An action performed on a regular basis.

    “It’s become a habit of mine to have a cup of coffee after dinner.”

  2. An action performed repeatedly and automatically, usually without awareness.

    “By force of habit, he dressed for work even though it was holiday.”

verb

  1. To clothe.
  2. To inhabit.

Synonyms

wont

Words that rhyme with habits

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

babbittsrabbitsinhabitsabbotsabitz

Related words

usewontattitudesbehaviorsbehaviourbehaviourschoicesclothes

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "habits"?▾

"Habits" has 2 syllables: hab · its.

What is the IPA transcription of "habits"?▾

The IPA transcription of "habits" is /ˈhæbɪts/.

What does "habits" mean?▾

Habits: An action performed on a regular basis.

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