How to Pronounce Writ

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

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Syllable

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Letters

/ɹɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “writ”

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

Sounds exactly like: ritt — easy to mix up when writing.

What does writ mean?

noun

  1. A written order, issued by a court, ordering someone to do (or stop doing) something.
  2. Authority, power to enforce compliance.

verb

  1. To form letters, words or symbols on a surface in order to communicate.

    “The pupil wrote his name on the paper.”

  2. To be the author of (a book, article, poem, etc.).

    “My uncle writes newspaper articles for The Herald.”

Synonyms

claim formauthorpensavestoresitinscribescrawlscribble

Antonyms

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Words that rhyme with writ

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shitfitgritbitcounterfeithitsplitadmittransmitsubmitremitacquit

Related words

mandamussubpoenaappealcitationinjunctionmandatewarrantpetition

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "writ"?▾

"Writ" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "writ"?▾

The IPA transcription of "writ" is /ɹɪt/.

What does "writ" mean?▾

Writ: A written order, issued by a court, ordering someone to do (or stop doing) something.

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