How to Pronounce Flicker

To pronounce "flicker", say FLICK-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈflɪkə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈflɪkə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “flicker”

"flicker" has 2 syllables: flick-er. It rhymes with snicker and vicar, if that helps it stick.

What does flicker mean?

noun

  1. An unsteady flash of light.

    “the flicker of a poorly tuned television set”

  2. A short moment.

verb

  1. To burn or shine unsteadily, or with a wavering light.
  2. To keep going on and off; to appear and disappear for short moments; to flutter.

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Words that rhyme with flicker

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

snickervicarnickerliquortickerslickerbickerkickerstickerpickerquickerdicker

Related words

glintsparkflutterflitterflickwaverquiverglimmer

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flicker"?▾

"Flicker" has 2 syllables: flick · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "flicker"?▾

The IPA transcription of "flicker" is /ˈflɪkə/.

What does "flicker" mean?▾

Flicker: An unsteady flash of light.

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