How to Pronounce Itis

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

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Syllables

4

Letters

/ˈaɪtɨs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “itis”

"itis" has 2 syllables: it-is.

What does itis mean?

noun

  1. A medical condition accompanied by inflammation.
  2. The feeling of sleepiness after eating a heavy meal, usually the itis.

Related words

suffixirritationgastroenteritisinflammationangiitisadenitisileitiscoxitis

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "itis"?▾

"Itis" has 2 syllables: it · is.

What is the IPA transcription of "itis"?▾

The IPA transcription of "itis" is /ˈaɪtɨs/.

What does "itis" mean?▾

Itis: A medical condition accompanied by inflammation.

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