How to Pronounce "whither"
word
ˈhwɪðɝ/, /ˈwɪðɝ
HWITH-er, WITH-er
wˈɪðɐ
WITH-uh
Definition
An old-fashioned or literary word meaning 'to what place' or 'where to.' Often used in classic poetry or literature.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhwɪðɝ/, /ˈwɪðɝ
British English
wˈɪðɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HWITH-er, WITH-er
UK
WITH-uh
Listen in Context
Whither are you going, my friend?
The hero wondered, 'Whither shall I travel next?'
She asked, 'Whither leads this road?'
Whither thou goest, I will go.