How to Pronounce Spikes

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

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Syllables

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Letters

SPIK-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “spikes”

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

What does spikes mean?

noun

  1. In a violin-family instrument, the carved wooden plug which sits in the bottom block of the instrument.

noun

  1. The spike of a cello or double bass that makes contact with the floor and supports the weight of the instrument.

noun

  1. A sort of very large nail.
  2. A piece of pointed metal etc. set with points upward or outward.

    “The trap was lined with spikes.”

Synonyms

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Words that rhyme with spikes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

strikesyikesdikesturnpikestykesshrikespikesmikeshikesdislikestikeshitchhikes

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "spikes"?▾

"Spikes" has 2 syllables: spik · es.

What does "spikes" mean?▾

Spikes: In a violin-family instrument, the carved wooden plug which sits in the bottom block of the instrument.

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