How to Pronounce Sticky

To pronounce "sticky", say STICKY — one syllable, IPA /ˈstɪki/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈstɪki/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sticky”

"sticky" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with tricky and hickey, if that helps it stick.

What does sticky mean?

noun

  1. A sticky note, such as a post-it note.

    “Her desk is covered with yellow stickies.”

  2. A discussion thread fixed at the top of the list of topics or threads so as to keep it in view.

verb

  1. (bulletin boards) to fix a thread at the top of the list of topics or threads so as to keep it in view.

adjective

  1. Able or likely to stick.

    “Is this tape sticky enough to stay on that surface?”

  2. Potentially difficult to escape from.

    “This is a sticky situation. We could be in this for weeks if we're not careful.”

Synonyms

claggytenaciousclosemuggysultry

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Words that rhyme with sticky

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trickyhickeyikeynitpickypickydickydickiemickeyquickiesickiegimmickychicky

Related words

adhesivepastyglueyglutinousviscidviscoussteamywet

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sticky"?▾

"Sticky" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "sticky"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sticky" is /ˈstɪki/.

What does "sticky" mean?▾

Sticky: A sticky note, such as a post-it note.

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