How to Pronounce Items

To pronounce "items", say IT-ems — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈaɪtəmz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈaɪtəmz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “items”

"items" has 2 syllables: it-ems.

What does items mean?

noun

  1. A distinct physical object.

    “Tweezers are great for manipulating small items.”

  2. (by extension) An object that can be picked up for later use.

verb

  1. To make a note of.

Synonyms

subjecttopicarticleobjectthingcouple

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "items"?▾

"Items" has 2 syllables: it · ems.

What is the IPA transcription of "items"?▾

The IPA transcription of "items" is /ˈaɪtəmz/.

What does "items" mean?▾

Items: A distinct physical object.

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