How to Pronounce Permits

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

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Syllables

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PERM-its

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💡 Tip for remembering “permits”

"permits" has 2 syllables: perm-its. It rhymes with blitz and spits, if that helps it stick.

What does permits 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 permits

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

blitzspitsgritsglitzritzhitscommitsfitsspitzbitsmittsadmits

Related words

allowpermissionlicenseletcountenanceadmitsaffordsallowable

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "permits"?▾

"Permits" has 2 syllables: perm · its.

What does "permits" mean?▾

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

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