How to Pronounce Poking

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈpəʊkɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “poking”

"poking" has 2 syllables: pok-ing. It rhymes with provoking and invoking, if that helps it stick.

What does poking 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.

noun

  1. The act by which something is poked.

adjective

  1. Drudging; servile

Synonyms

drillnailpoundfumbleglaumroot

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Words that rhyme with poking

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

provokinginvokingchokingstrokingevokingsoakingjokingsmokingcroakingyokingstokingcloaking

Related words

jabbingjabthrustthrustingslapbangingstingdigging

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "poking"?▾

"Poking" has 2 syllables: pok · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "poking"?▾

The IPA transcription of "poking" is /ˈpəʊkɪŋ/.

What does "poking" mean?▾

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

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