How to Pronounce Poker

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

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Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈpəʊkə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “poker”

"poker" has 2 syllables: pok-er. It rhymes with ochre and broker, if that helps it stick.

What does poker mean?

noun

  1. A metal rod, generally of wrought iron, for adjusting the burning logs or coals in a fire; a firestick.
  2. A tool like a soldering iron for making poker drawings.

Synonyms

firestickstoker

Words that rhyme with poker

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ochrebrokermediocrejokerchokerochercroakersoakerbokorstockbrokersmoker

Related words

salamanderspadespikeburningpikejabhock

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "poker"?▾

"Poker" has 2 syllables: pok · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "poker"?▾

The IPA transcription of "poker" is /ˈpəʊkə/.

What does "poker" mean?▾

Poker: A metal rod, generally of wrought iron, for adjusting the burning logs or coals in a fire; a firestick.

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