How to Pronounce Icky

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

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/ˈɪki/

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What does icky mean?

adjective

  1. Unpleasantly sticky; yucky; disgusting.

    “I stepped in something icky and it smells terrible.”

  2. Excessively sentimental.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "icky"?▾

"Icky" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "icky"?▾

The IPA transcription of "icky" is /ˈɪki/.

What does "icky" mean?▾

Icky: Unpleasantly sticky; yucky; disgusting.

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