To pronounce "gherkins", say GHERK-ins — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"gherkins" has 2 syllables: gherk-ins. It rhymes with perkins and firkins, if that helps it stick.
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"Gherkins" has 2 syllables: gherk · ins.
Gherkins: A small cucumber, often pickled whole.
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