How to Pronounce "nitwit"
word
/ˈnɪtwɪt/
NIT-wit
/nˈɪtwɪt/
NIT-wit
Definition
A nitwit is an informal word for someone who is silly or not very smart; it means a foolish or simple-minded person.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈnɪtwɪt/
British English
/nˈɪtwɪt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NIT-wit
UK
NIT-wit
Listen in Context
Don't be a nitwit; read the instructions first.
He looked like a nitwit when he forgot his bag.
Only a nitwit would leave the door open at night.
You nitwit, you mixed up the salt and the sugar again!