How to Pronounce Smitten

To pronounce "smitten", say SMITT-en — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsmɪtən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈsmɪtən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “smitten”

"smitten" has 2 syllables: smitt-en. It rhymes with kitten and written, if that helps it stick.

What does smitten mean?

verb

  1. To hit, to strike.
  2. To strike down or kill with godly force.

adjective

  1. Affected by an act of smiting.

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Words that rhyme with smitten

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

kittenwrittenmittenfrostbittenhandwrittenbittenunwrittentypewrittenrewrittenoverwritten

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "smitten"?▾

"Smitten" has 2 syllables: smitt · en.

What is the IPA transcription of "smitten"?▾

The IPA transcription of "smitten" is /ˈsmɪtən/.

What does "smitten" mean?▾

Smitten: To hit, to strike.

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