How to Pronounce "sitter"
word
/ˈsɪtɝ/
SIT-er
/sˈɪtɐ/
SIT-uh
Definition
A 'sitter' is a person who takes care of someone or something, often a child or pet, for a period of time. Most commonly, it refers to a babysitter, but can also mean a pet sitter or house sitter.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsɪtɝ/
British English
/sˈɪtɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SIT-er
UK
SIT-uh
Listen in Context
We hired a sitter to watch the kids tonight.
The sitter fed the dog while I was away.
Do you need a sitter for the weekend?
Our regular sitter canceled, so Grandma watched the kids instead.