How to Pronounce Shit

To pronounce "shit", say SHIT — one syllable, IPA /ʃɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ʃɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “shit”

"shit" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with fit and grit, if that helps it stick.

What does shit mean?

noun

  1. Solid excretory product evacuated from the bowels; feces.
  2. An instance of defecation.

    “Can't a guy take a shit in peace?”

adjective

  1. Of poor quality; worthless.

    “What a shit film that was!”

  2. Nasty; despicable.

    “That was a shit thing to do to him.”

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Words that rhyme with shit

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fitgritbitcounterfeithitsplitadmittransmitsubmitremitacquitomit

Related words

turddogshitbullshitdefecaterotpoopjunkhorseshit

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shit"?▾

"Shit" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "shit"?▾

The IPA transcription of "shit" is /ʃɪt/.

What does "shit" mean?▾

Shit: Solid excretory product evacuated from the bowels; feces.

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