How to Pronounce Sinker

To pronounce "sinker", say SINK-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsɪŋkə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈsɪŋkə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sinker”

"sinker" has 2 syllables: sink-er. It rhymes with tinker and thinker, if that helps it stick.

What does sinker mean?

noun

  1. One who sinks something.
  2. A weight used in fishing to cause the line or net to sink.

    “Hook the sinker onto this loop.”

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Words that rhyme with sinker

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tinkerthinkerfreethinkerwinkerdrinkerslinkerinkerpinkerbrinkerkinker

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sinker"?▾

"Sinker" has 2 syllables: sink · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "sinker"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sinker" is /ˈsɪŋkə(ɹ)/.

What does "sinker" mean?▾

Sinker: One who sinks something.

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