How to pronounce "kit"

kit

Noun
American
/kɪt/

Syllable Breakdown

kit

How natives say kit

British
/kɪt/

Syllable Breakdown

kit

How natives say kit

Pronunciation Guide In American

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with a 'k' sound by pressing the back of your tongue against the roof of your mouth.

  • Move to a short 'i' sound, similar to the 'i' in 'sit', by relaxing your tongue and keeping your lips unrounded.

  • Finish with a 't' sound by placing the tip of your tongue behind your upper front teeth.

Common Mistakes

  • keet (prolonged vowel)

  • kut (incorrect vowel)

  • kit-t (double 't' sound)

Pronunciation Guide In British

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with a 'k' sound by pressing the back of your tongue against the roof of your mouth.

  • Move to a short 'i' sound, similar to the 'i' in 'sit', by relaxing your tongue and keeping your lips unrounded.

  • Finish with a 't' sound by placing the tip of your tongue behind your upper front teeth.

common mistakes

  • keet (prolonged vowel)

  • kut (incorrect vowel)

  • kit-t (double 't' sound)

FAQ

Is the 'i' in 'kit' pronounced like 'ee'?

No, it's a short 'i' like in 'sit'.

Do I hold the 't' sound at the end?

No, keep the 't' sound short and clear.

Are there any silent letters?

No, all letters are pronounced.

Definition

kit

A set of tools or equipment for a particular purpose.

Word Family

kitchen

/ˈkɪtʃ.ən/

noun

A room where food is cooked.

Example: She cleaned the kitchen.

kitten

/ˈkɪt.ən/

noun

A young cat.

Example: The kitten was playing.

kite

/kaɪt/

noun

A toy that flies in the wind.

Example: He flew a kite.

Key Pronunciation Differences

Kit vs. kitchen

- 'kit' lacks the 'ch' sound.

Kit vs. kitten

- 'kit' lacks the 'ən' sound.

Kit vs. kite

- 'kit' uses a short 'i', while 'kite' uses a long 'i'.

Pro Tips

Short 'i' sound

Ensure your tongue is relaxed and your lips are unrounded when saying 'i'.

Clear 't' sound

Make the 't' sound crisp by tapping the tip of your tongue behind your teeth quickly.

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/əˈbɪləti/

accessory

/əkˈsɛsəri/

adapt

/əˈdæpt/

adjust

/əˈdʒʌst/

advance

/ədˈvæns/

also

/ˈɔl.soʊ/

alter

/ˈɔltər/

apparatus

/ˌæp.əˈɹeɪ.təs/

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