How to Pronounce Strikes

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

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Syllables

Letters

/stɹaɪks/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “strikes”

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

What does strikes 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

Words that rhyme with strikes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

spikes yikes dikes turnpikes tykes shrikes pikes mikes hikes dislikes tikes hitchhikes

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "strikes"?▾

"Strikes" has 2 syllables: strik · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "strikes"?▾

The IPA transcription of "strikes" is /stɹaɪks/.

What does "strikes" mean?▾

Strikes: 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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