How to Pronounce Rit

To pronounce "rit", say RIT — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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What does rit mean?

noun

  1. A scratch, a score or a groove.

verb

  1. To scratch or score.
  2. To tear, rip, rend.

adverb

  1. Gradually decelerating the tempo of a piece of music, especially at the end of the piece.

Antonyms

accelerando

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rit"?▾

"Rit" has one syllable.

What does "rit" mean?▾

Rit: A scratch, a score or a groove.

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