How to Pronounce Pokes

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/pəʊks/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pokes”

"pokes" has 2 syllables: pok-es. It rhymes with coax and hoax, if that helps it stick.

What does pokes mean?

noun

  1. A prod, jab, or thrust.
  2. A lazy person; a dawdler.

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.

noun

  1. A sack or bag.
  2. A long, wide sleeve.

Synonyms

drillnailpoundfumbleglaumrootpoke sleeve

Words that rhyme with pokes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

coaxhoaxevokesfolksinvokesjokesprovokessoaksblokeschokescokesyokes

Related words

prodjabbingjabstabthumppunchbiffthrust

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pokes"?▾

"Pokes" has 2 syllables: pok · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "pokes"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pokes" is /pəʊks/.

What does "pokes" mean?▾

Pokes: A prod, jab, or thrust.

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