How to Pronounce Pink

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

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Syllable

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Letters

/pɪŋk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pink”

"pink" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with link and shrink, if that helps it stick.

What does pink mean?

noun

  1. The common minnow, Phoxinus phoxinus.
  2. A young Atlantic salmon, Salmo salar, before it becomes a smolt; a parr.

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Words that rhyme with pink

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linkshrinkblinkthinkclinkhoodwinkbrinkfinkdrinkprecinctsinkrethink

Related words

pinkishtapcoloredchromaticknockrapdaisyrose

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pink"?▾

"Pink" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "pink"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pink" is /pɪŋk/.

What does "pink" mean?▾

Pink: The common minnow, Phoxinus phoxinus.

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