How to Pronounce Fickle

To pronounce "fickle", say FICKL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfɪk.əl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

fickle

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈfɪk.əl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fickle”

"fickle" has 2 syllables: fickl-e. It rhymes with trickle and pickle, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: fickel — easy to mix up when writing.

What does fickle mean?

adjective

  1. Quick to change one’s opinion or allegiance; insincere; not loyal or reliable.
  2. Changeable.

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Words that rhyme with fickle

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tricklepicklesickleticklenickelnickleicklepumpernickelbrickleferronickel

Related words

erraticinconstantchangefulchangeablequicksilvervolatilemercurialunstable

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fickle"?▾

"Fickle" has 2 syllables: fickl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "fickle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fickle" is /ˈfɪk.əl/.

What does "fickle" mean?▾

Fickle: Quick to change one’s opinion or allegiance; insincere; not loyal or reliable.

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