How to Pronounce Wait-a-bit

To pronounce "wait-a-bit", say WAIT-ab-it — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

WAIT-ab-it

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💡 Tip for remembering “wait-a-bit”

"wait-a-bit" has 3 syllables: wait-ab-it.

What does wait-a-bit mean?

noun

  1. Any of certain plants with sharp hooked thorns found in southern and eastern Africa.

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How many syllables are in "wait-a-bit"?▾

"Wait-a-bit" has 3 syllables: wait · ab · it.

What does "wait-a-bit" mean?▾

Wait-a-bit: Any of certain plants with sharp hooked thorns found in southern and eastern Africa.

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