How to Pronounce Flickering

To pronounce "flickering", say FLICK-er-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

FLICK-er-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “flickering”

"flickering" has 3 syllables: flick-er-ing. It rhymes with snickering and bickering, if that helps it stick.

What does flickering mean?

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.

noun

  1. A short, uncertain burst.

    “Even after the acrimonious breakup, she still felt flickerings of love for him.”

adjective

  1. Shining unsteadily or vary rapidly in brightness (referring to a light or a source of light)

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Words that rhyme with flickering

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

snickeringbickeringdickeringchickeringpickering

Related words

aflickerunsteadyflashblinkingblinkwinkflashinglambent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flickering"?▾

"Flickering" has 3 syllables: flick · er · ing.

What does "flickering" mean?▾

Flickering: To burn or shine unsteadily, or with a wavering light.

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