How to Pronounce Rite

To pronounce "rite", say RIT-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ɹaɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/ɹaɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rite”

"rite" has 2 syllables: rit-e. It rhymes with insight and light, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: right, write, reit, wright — easy to mix up when writing.

What does rite mean?

noun

  1. A religious custom.
  2. (by extension) A prescribed behavior.

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Words that rhyme with rite

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

insightlightcontriteincitedelighteruditebrighttwilightreconditeforthrightplightacolyte

Related words

ritualceremonysacramenttraditionlavabomeritlawform

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rite"?▾

"Rite" has 2 syllables: rit · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "rite"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rite" is /ɹaɪt/.

What does "rite" mean?▾

Rite: A religious custom.

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