How to Pronounce Dinky

To pronounce "dinky", say DINKY — one syllable, IPA /ˈdɪŋki/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈdɪŋki/

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💡 Tip for remembering “dinky”

"dinky" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with kinky and slinky, if that helps it stick.

What does dinky mean?

adjective

  1. Tiny and cute; small and attractive.
  2. Tiny and insignificant; small and undesirable.

    “They stayed in a dinky hotel room, but they had a great trip.”

Words that rhyme with dinky

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

kinkyslinkypinkiestinkyinky

Related words

littlesmallattractivedunktiddydinky-didinkdiddy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dinky"?▾

"Dinky" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "dinky"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dinky" is /ˈdɪŋki/.

What does "dinky" mean?▾

Dinky: Tiny and cute; small and attractive.

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