bitter

/ˈbɪtər/

Syllables bit·ter

Stress BIT-ter

Phonics Breakdown

bit

/bɪt/

short i

ter

/tər/

er schwa

Meaning

having a sharp, unpleasant taste; feeling anger or resentment

Sound Reference

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bit=/bɪt/(bit) + ter=/tər/(water)

Example

The coffee tastes bitter without sugar.