How to Pronounce Shite

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ʃaɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “shite”

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

What does shite mean?

noun

  1. Shit; trash; rubbish; nonsense

    “Look at all this shite.”

  2. A foolish or deceitful person.

    “He's a useless shite.”

adjective

  1. Bad; awful; shit.

    “The film was shite.”

interjection

  1. An expression of annoyance or dismay.

    “Shite! I left my wallet at home.”

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Words that rhyme with shite

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

insightlightcontriteincitedelighteruditebrighttwilightreconditeforthrightplightacolyte

Related words

fraklamefilthwackcreepytroubledamnkaput

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shite"?▾

"Shite" has 2 syllables: shit · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "shite"?▾

The IPA transcription of "shite" is /ʃaɪt/.

What does "shite" mean?▾

Shite: Shit; trash; rubbish; nonsense

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