How to Pronounce "shiite"
word
ˈʃiˌaɪt
SHEE-ite
ˈʃiːaɪt
SHEE-ite
Definition
A Shiite is someone who belongs to the Shi'a branch of Islam, which is the second-largest denomination after Sunni. Shiites share many beliefs with other Muslims but have some different religious practices and traditions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃiˌaɪt
British English
ˈʃiːaɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHEE-ite
UK
SHEE-ite
Listen in Context
Shiite Muslims celebrate Ashura every year.
Ali belongs to a Shiite family.
There are many Shiite communities in Iran.
He grew up in a Shiite neighborhood and knows their customs well.