How to Pronounce Poked

To pronounce "poked", say POK-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /pəʊkt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/pəʊkt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “poked”

"poked" has 2 syllables: pok-ed. It rhymes with provoked and soaked, if that helps it stick.

What does poked mean?

verb

  1. To prod or jab with an object such as a finger or a stick.
  2. To stir up a fire to remove ash or promote burning.

Synonyms

drillnailpoundfumbleglaumroot

Words that rhyme with poked

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

provokedsoakedcloakedinvokedstokedchokedstrokedjokedrevokedcroakedsmokedyoked

Related words

grabbedhitjabbednudgedproddedtouchedprickedgouged

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "poked"?▾

"Poked" has 2 syllables: pok · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "poked"?▾

The IPA transcription of "poked" is /pəʊkt/.

What does "poked" mean?▾

Poked: To prod or jab with an object such as a finger or a stick.

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