To pronounce "rickety", say RICK-ety — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹɪk.e.ti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈɹɪk.e.ti/
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"rickety" has 2 syllables: rick-ety. It rhymes with lickety, if that helps it stick.
adjective
“He hesitated about climbing such a small, rickety ladder.”
“The rickety old man hardly managed to climb the stairs.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Rickety" has 2 syllables: rick · ety.
The IPA transcription of "rickety" is /ˈɹɪk.e.ti/.
Rickety: Of an object: not strong or sturdy, as because of poor construction or upkeep; not safe or secure.
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