How to Pronounce Intermit

To pronounce "intermit", say INT-erm-it — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪntəˈmɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ɪntəˈmɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “intermit”

"intermit" has 3 syllables: int-erm-it.

What does intermit mean?

verb

  1. To interrupt, to stop or cease temporarily or periodically; to suspend.

Related words

pausebreaksuspendinterruptinterlapsedisruptinterminateinterclude

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "intermit"?▾

"Intermit" has 3 syllables: int · erm · it.

What is the IPA transcription of "intermit"?▾

The IPA transcription of "intermit" is /ɪntəˈmɪt/.

What does "intermit" mean?▾

Intermit: To interrupt, to stop or cease temporarily or periodically; to suspend.

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