How to Pronounce Knits

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

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💡 Tip for remembering “knits”

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

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

What does knits 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.”

Words that rhyme with knits

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

blitzspitsgritsglitzritzhitscommitsfitsspitzbitsmittsadmits

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "knits"?▾

"Knits" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "knits"?▾

The IPA transcription of "knits" is /nɪts/.

What does "knits" mean?▾

Knits: A knitted garment.

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