How to Pronounce Pickpockets

To pronounce "pickpockets", say PICKP-ock-ets — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

PICKP-ock-ets

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💡 Tip for remembering “pickpockets”

"pickpockets" has 3 syllables: pickp-ock-ets. It rhymes with rockets and sockets, if that helps it stick.

What does pickpockets mean?

noun

  1. One who steals from the pocket of a passerby, usually by sleight of hand.

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Words that rhyme with pickpockets

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rocketssocketsskyrocketspocketsdocketssprocketslocketscroquetscrockets

Related words

cutpursedipthievesrobberiescriminalsmuggersburglarsthieving

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pickpockets"?▾

"Pickpockets" has 3 syllables: pickp · ock · ets.

What does "pickpockets" mean?▾

Pickpockets: One who steals from the pocket of a passerby, usually by sleight of hand.

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