How to Pronounce “nit picking” in English
/nɪtpɪkkɪng/
nit·pi·cking
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What does “nit picking” mean?
- The painstaking process of removing nits (lice eggs) from someone's hair.
- A process of finding or pointing out tiny details or errors, particularly if the pointed-out details seem insignificant or irrelevant to all but the finder.
Example sentences
- “"Of all life's pleasures, I like nitpicking the best." -- Wally in Dilbert”
- “So if we're nit picking, yeah just 50 Cent is the credit.”
How to pronounce “nit picking”
- Syllables:
- nit · pi · cking
- IPA:
- /nɪtpɪkkɪng/
- Listen for:
- the stressed syllable in the clips above — notice how surrounding sounds blend in natural speech.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you pronounce “nit picking”?
“nit picking” is pronounced /nɪtpɪkkɪng/ (nit · pi · cking). Listen to the native-speaker clips above to hear it in real conversation.
How many syllables are in “nit picking”?
“nit picking” has 3 syllables: nit · pi · cking.
What does “nit picking” mean?
The painstaking process of removing nits (lice eggs) from someone's hair.
How can I hear “nit picking” used in real sentences?
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