How to Pronounce Pinky

To pronounce "pinky", say PINKY — one syllable, IPA /ˈpɪŋki/. 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

/ˈpɪŋki/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pinky”

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

Sounds exactly like: pinkie — easy to mix up when writing.

What does pinky mean?

noun

  1. Methylated spirits mixed with red wine or Condy's crystals.
  2. A baby mouse, especially when used as food for a snake, etc.

adjective

  1. Pinkish.

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Words that rhyme with pinky

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

kinkydinkyslinkypinkiestinkyinky

Related words

pinkierosettepiggyfingeranuschickpinkishpinkwashed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pinky"?▾

"Pinky" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "pinky"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pinky" is /ˈpɪŋki/.

What does "pinky" mean?▾

Pinky: Methylated spirits mixed with red wine or Condy's crystals.

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