How to Pronounce Kick-start

To pronounce "kick-start", say KICKST-art — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

10

Letters

KICKST-art

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💡 Tip for remembering “kick-start”

"kick-start" has 2 syllables: kickst-art.

What does kick-start mean?

noun

  1. A metal bar on a motorcycle used to start its engine.
  2. An act of starting a motorcycle by quickly depressing the kick start with one's foot.

    “The motorcycle requires a kick start.”

verb

  1. To start a motorcycle.

    “He kick started the motorcycle and took off.”

  2. To start or begin strongly or quickly.

    “Kick start your day with a hearty breakfast.”

Synonyms

jump-startreinvigoraterevitalize

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "kick-start"?▾

"Kick-start" has 2 syllables: kickst · art.

What does "kick-start" mean?▾

Kick-start: A metal bar on a motorcycle used to start its engine.

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