How to Pronounce Prick

To pronounce "prick", say PRICK — one syllable, IPA /pɹɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

5

Letters

/pɹɪk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “prick”

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

What does prick mean?

noun

  1. A small hole or perforation, caused by piercing.
  2. An indentation or small mark made with a pointed object.

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Words that rhyme with prick

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

thicksickslickflickstickwickdicklicknickpickblickkick

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "prick"?▾

"Prick" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "prick"?▾

The IPA transcription of "prick" is /pɹɪk/.

What does "prick" mean?▾

Prick: A small hole or perforation, caused by piercing.

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