How to Pronounce Ricks

To pronounce "ricks", say RICKS — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “ricks”

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

Sounds exactly like: rix — easy to mix up when writing.

What does ricks mean?

noun

  1. Straw, hay etc. stored in a stack for winter fodder, commonly protected with thatch.
  2. A stack of wood, especially cut to a regular length; also used as a measure of wood, typically four by eight feet.

verb

  1. To heap up (hay, etc.) in ricks.

verb

  1. To slightly sprain or strain the neck, back, ankle etc.

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Words that rhyme with ricks

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

nixfixpoliticsaffixtransfixmixdepictsintermixcrucifixkickstrickslicks

Related words

haystackhayricktwistwrickwrenchcrickturnsprain

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ricks"?▾

"Ricks" has one syllable.

What does "ricks" mean?▾

Ricks: Straw, hay etc. stored in a stack for winter fodder, commonly protected with thatch.

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