How to Pronounce "obit"
word
ˈoʊbɪt/, /oʊˈbɪt
OH-bit
ˈɒbɪt
OB-it
Definition
A short article or notice about a person who has died, usually published in a newspaper or online.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊbɪt/, /oʊˈbɪt
British English
ˈɒbɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-bit
UK
OB-it
Listen in Context
The newspaper published an obit for the famous author.
She was sad when she read her friend's obit.
Did you see the obit in today's paper?
Everyone at the office was talking about Mr. Lee's obit this morning.