How to Pronounce Trite

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/tɹaɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “trite”

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

What does trite mean?

adjective

  1. Often in reference to a word or phrase: used so many times that it is commonplace, or no longer interesting or effective; worn out, hackneyed.
  2. So well established as to be beyond debate: trite law.

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Words that rhyme with trite

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

insightlightcontriteincitedelighteruditebrighttwilightreconditeforthrightplightacolyte

Related words

hackneyedbanalcommonplaceunoriginaltiredtimewornshopwornwell-worn

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "trite"?▾

"Trite" has 2 syllables: trit · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "trite"?▾

The IPA transcription of "trite" is /tɹaɪt/.

What does "trite" mean?▾

Trite: Often in reference to a word or phrase: used so many times that it is commonplace, or no longer interesting or effective; worn out, hackneyed.

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