How to Pronounce Strike

To pronounce "strike", say STRIK-e — 2 syllables, IPA /stɹaɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/stɹaɪk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “strike”

"strike" has 2 syllables: strik-e. It rhymes with like and pike, if that helps it stick.

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

What does strike mean?

noun

A status resulting from a batter swinging and missing a pitch, or not swinging at a pitch when the ball goes in the strike zone, or hitting a foul ball that is not caught.
The act of knocking down all ten pins in on the first roll of a frame.

verb

(sometimes with out or through) To delete or cross out; to scratch or eliminate.
“Please strike the last sentence.”
(physical) To have a sharp or sudden effect.

Antonyms

industrial peace lockout

Hear “strike” in real sentences

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Words that rhyme with strike

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

like pike tyke childlike dike alike lyke knifelike skrike dislike tike turnpike

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "strike"?▾

"Strike" has 2 syllables: strik · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "strike"?▾

The IPA transcription of "strike" is /stɹaɪk/.

What does "strike" mean?▾

Strike: A status resulting from a batter swinging and missing a pitch, or not swinging at a pitch when the ball goes in the strike zone, or hitting a foul ball that is not caught.

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