How to Pronounce Slits

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

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Letters

/ˈslɪts/

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💡 Tip for remembering “slits”

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

What does slits mean?

noun

  1. A narrow cut or opening; a slot.
  2. The opening of the vagina.

verb

  1. To cut a narrow opening.

    “He slit the bag open and the rice began pouring out.”

  2. To split into strips by lengthwise cuts.

Words that rhyme with slits

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

blitzspitsgritsglitzritzhitscommitsfitsspitzbitsmittsadmits

Related words

slittedcutslicepricknotchscratchincisioncunt

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "slits"?▾

"Slits" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "slits"?▾

The IPA transcription of "slits" is /ˈslɪts/.

What does "slits" mean?▾

Slits: A narrow cut or opening; a slot.

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