How to Pronounce Geek

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

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Letters

/ɡiːk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “geek”

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

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

What does geek mean?

noun

  1. A carnival performer specializing in bizarre and unappetizing behavior.

    “I once saw a geek bite the head off a live chicken.”

  2. A person who is intensely interested in a particular field or hobby and often having limited or nonstandard social skills. Often used with an attributive noun.

    “I was a complete computer geek in high school, but I get out a lot more now.”

verb

  1. To behave geekishly or in a socially awkward manner, especially when under the influence of drugs or other psycho-active substances, and exhibiting such marked characteristics as hyperactivity, repetitiveness, talkativeness, nervousness, irritability, or paranoia.

    “Hey, check out that guy...he's really geeking out pretty bad.”

Synonyms

freakguruhackerdorknerdpropeller headloser

Words that rhyme with geek

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bleakshriekobliquesleekuniquephysiqueweakantiquebespeaksneakfreakclique

Related words

eccentricoddballtheatrehas-beennerddorkadvancedintellectual

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "geek"?▾

"Geek" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "geek"?▾

The IPA transcription of "geek" is /ɡiːk/.

What does "geek" mean?▾

Geek: A carnival performer specializing in bizarre and unappetizing behavior.

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