How to Pronounce Kitten

To pronounce "kitten", say KITT-en — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkɪtən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈkɪtən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “kitten”

"kitten" has 2 syllables: kitt-en. It rhymes with smitten and written, if that helps it stick.

What does kitten mean?

noun

  1. A young cat, especially before sexual maturity (reached at about seven months).
  2. A young rabbit, rat, hedgehog, squirrel, fox, beaver, badger, etc.

verb

  1. To give birth to kittens.

Synonyms

catlingkitkitlingkittykitty cat

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Words that rhyme with kitten

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smittenwrittenmittenfrostbittenhandwrittenbittenunwrittentypewrittenrewrittenoverwritten

Related words

kittypussypusspussycatcatpoodlepetbeaver

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "kitten"?▾

"Kitten" has 2 syllables: kitt · en.

What is the IPA transcription of "kitten"?▾

The IPA transcription of "kitten" is /ˈkɪtən/.

What does "kitten" mean?▾

Kitten: A young cat, especially before sexual maturity (reached at about seven months).

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