How to Pronounce Sikes

To pronounce "sikes", say SIK-es — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

SIK-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “sikes”

"sikes" has 2 syllables: sik-es. It rhymes with strikes and spikes, if that helps it stick.

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

What does sikes mean?

noun

  1. A gutter or ditch; a small stream that frequently dries up in the summer.

noun

  1. A sigh.

verb

  1. To sigh or sob.

Words that rhyme with sikes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

strikesspikesyikesdikesturnpikestykesshrikespikesmikeshikesdislikestikes

Related words

ciscosisksipesipessiskafikesipekessick

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sikes"?▾

"Sikes" has 2 syllables: sik · es.

What does "sikes" mean?▾

Sikes: A gutter or ditch; a small stream that frequently dries up in the summer.

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