How to Pronounce Permit

To pronounce "permit", say PERM-it — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

PERM-it

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💡 Tip for remembering “permit”

"permit" has 2 syllables: perm-it. It rhymes with shit and fit, if that helps it stick.

What does permit mean?

noun

  1. An artifact or document rendering something allowed or legal.

    “A construction permit can be obtained from the town offices.”

  2. Formal permission.

verb

  1. To allow (something) to happen, to give permission for.
  2. To allow (someone) to do something; to give permission to.

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Words that rhyme with permit

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shitfitgritbitcounterfeithitsplitadmittransmitsubmitremitacquit

Related words

allowpermissionlicenseletcountenanceadmitempowerauthorized

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "permit"?▾

"Permit" has 2 syllables: perm · it.

What does "permit" mean?▾

Permit: An artifact or document rendering something allowed or legal.

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