How to Pronounce Hits

To pronounce "hits", say HITS — one syllable, IPA /hɪts/. 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

/hɪts/

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💡 Tip for remembering “hits”

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

Sounds exactly like: hitz — easy to mix up when writing.

What does hits mean?

noun

  1. A blow; a punch; a striking against; the collision of one body against another; the stroke that touches anything.

    “The hit was very slight.”

  2. Something very successful, such as a song, film, or video game, that receives widespread recognition and acclaim.

verb

  1. (heading, physical) To strike.
  2. To manage to touch (a target) in the right place.

    “I hit the jackpot.”

Synonyms

beatpeltthumpbesetfall uponlay intobangram

Antonyms

missflopturkeycutkill

Words that rhyme with hits

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

blitzspitsgritsglitzritzcommitsfitsspitzbitsmittsadmitsemits

Related words

smashbangstrikingbumpcollisiondispatchslaystumble

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hits"?▾

"Hits" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "hits"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hits" is /hɪts/.

What does "hits" mean?▾

Hits: A blow; a punch; a striking against; the collision of one body against another; the stroke that touches anything.

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