How to Pronounce Plucks

To pronounce "plucks", say PLUCKS — one syllable, IPA /plʌks/. 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

/plʌks/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “plucks”

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

What does plucks mean?

verb

  1. To pull something sharply; to pull something out

    “She plucked the phone from her bag and dialled.”

  2. To take or remove (someone) quickly from a particular place or situation.

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Words that rhyme with plucks

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fluxreduxdeluxeinfluxstrixduxluxsucksfuckstuxducksshucks

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "plucks"?▾

"Plucks" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "plucks"?▾

The IPA transcription of "plucks" is /plʌks/.

What does "plucks" mean?▾

Plucks: To pull something sharply; to pull something out

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