How to Pronounce Knit

To pronounce "knit", say KNIT — one syllable, IPA /ˈnɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈnɪt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “knit”

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

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

What does knit mean?

noun

  1. A knitted garment.
  2. A session of knitting.

verb

  1. To turn thread or yarn into a piece of fabric by forming loops that are pulled through each other. This can be done by hand with needles or by machine.

    “The first generation knitted to order; the second still knits for its own use; the next leaves knitting to industrial manufacturers.”

  2. To join closely and firmly together.

    “The fight for survival knitted the men closely together.”

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Words that rhyme with knit

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shitfitgritbitcounterfeithitsplitadmittransmitsubmitremitacquit

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "knit"?▾

"Knit" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "knit"?▾

The IPA transcription of "knit" is /ˈnɪt/.

What does "knit" mean?▾

Knit: A knitted garment.

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