How to Pronounce Rollicking

To pronounce "rollicking", say ROLL-ick-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

ROLL-ick-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “rollicking”

"rollicking" has 3 syllables: roll-ick-ing. It rhymes with frolicking, if that helps it stick.

What does rollicking mean?

verb

  1. To behave in a playful or carefree manner; to frolic or romp.
  2. (Euphemism for bollock; also spelled rollock) To reprimand.

noun

  1. A scolding, a bollocking.

adjective

  1. Carefree, merry and boisterous

Synonyms

rollicksome

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Words that rhyme with rollicking

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frolicking

Related words

coltishfrolicsomefrolickyplayfulsportiverollockinglickingrollicker

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rollicking"?▾

"Rollicking" has 3 syllables: roll · ick · ing.

What does "rollicking" mean?▾

Rollicking: To behave in a playful or carefree manner; to frolic or romp.

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