To pronounce "nitty-gritty", say NITTYGR-itty — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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NITTYGR-itty
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"nitty-gritty" has 2 syllables: nittygr-itty.
"Nitty-gritty" has 2 syllables: nittygr · itty.
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