How to Pronounce Plink

To pronounce "plink", say PLINK — one syllable, IPA /plɪŋk/. 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

/plɪŋk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “plink”

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

What does plink mean?

noun

  1. A short, high-pitched metallic or percussive sound.

verb

  1. To make a plink sound.
  2. (with "out") To play a song or a portion of a song, usually on a percussion instrument such as a piano.

Words that rhyme with plink

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

linkshrinkblinkthinkpinkclinkhoodwinkbrinkfinkdrinkprecinctsink

Related words

pingsquinkplunkingplipplingchinkblipplish

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "plink"?▾

"Plink" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "plink"?▾

The IPA transcription of "plink" is /plɪŋk/.

What does "plink" mean?▾

Plink: A short, high-pitched metallic or percussive sound.

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