How to Pronounce Knickerbocker

To pronounce "knickerbocker", say KNICK-erb-ock-er — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

KNICK-erb-ock-er

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💡 Tip for remembering “knickerbocker”

"knickerbocker" has 4 syllables: knick-erb-ock-er. It rhymes with knocker and rocker, if that helps it stick.

What does knickerbocker mean?

noun

  1. (used attributively as a modifier) Of or relating to knickerbockers.
  2. A linsey-woolsey fabric with a rough knotted surface on the right side, formerly used for women's dresses.

Words that rhyme with knickerbocker

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

knockerrockercockerstalkerwalkerlaugherhockersoccerblockerockergawkerlocker

Related words

breechesknickersknickertrousershotgunpantlong-john

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "knickerbocker"?▾

"Knickerbocker" has 4 syllables: knick · erb · ock · er.

What does "knickerbocker" mean?▾

Knickerbocker: (used attributively as a modifier) Of or relating to knickerbockers.

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