How to Pronounce Sticking

To pronounce "sticking", say STICK-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈstɪkɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈstɪkɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sticking”

"sticking" has 2 syllables: stick-ing. It rhymes with nitpicking and licking, if that helps it stick.

What does sticking mean?

verb

To cut a piece of wood to be the stick member of a cope-and-stick joint.
To compose; to set, or arrange, in a composing stick.
“to stick type”

verb

To become or remain attached; to adhere.
“The tape will not stick if it melts.”
To jam; to stop moving.
“The lever sticks if you push it too far up.”

noun

A sequence or arrangement of drum notes to be played with drumsticks.

Synonyms

abide carry on cleave cling agglutinate conglutinate glue gum

Words that rhyme with sticking

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

nitpicking licking ticking picking kicking tricking clicking flicking politicking bicking

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sticking"?▾

"Sticking" has 2 syllables: stick · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "sticking"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sticking" is /ˈstɪkɪŋ/.

What does "sticking" mean?▾

Sticking: To cut a piece of wood to be the stick member of a cope-and-stick joint.

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