How to Pronounce "every bit"
expression
ˈɛvɝi/, /ˈɛvɹi/ /ˈbɪt
EV-ree bit
ˈɛvɹi/ /bˈɪt
EV-ree BIT
Definition
An expression meaning 'completely' or 'in every way', usually used for emphasis to show something is true in all respects.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɛvɝi/, /ˈɛvɹi/ /ˈbɪt
British English
ˈɛvɹi/ /bˈɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EV-ree bit
UK
EV-ree BIT
Listen in Context
She is every bit as smart as her brother.
This book is every bit as interesting as the last one.
I enjoyed the concert every bit as much as you did.
He proved he was every bit the leader they needed.