How to Pronounce Eke

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

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Letters

/iːk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “eke”

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

What does eke mean?

noun

  1. (obsolete except Britain) An addition.
  2. A small stand on which a beehive is placed.

verb

  1. Chiefly in the form eke out: to add to, to augment; to increase; to lengthen.

Words that rhyme with eke

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bleakshriekobliquesleekuniquephysiqueweakantiquebespeaksneakfreakclique

Related words

stretchsqueezeeyeteildannetbeckeeast-enderyeat

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "eke"?▾

"Eke" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "eke"?▾

The IPA transcription of "eke" is /iːk/.

What does "eke" mean?▾

Eke: (obsolete except Britain) An addition.

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