How to Pronounce Ticker

To pronounce "ticker", say TICK-er — 2 syllables, IPA /tɪkə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/tɪkə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ticker”

"ticker" has 2 syllables: tick-er. It rhymes with snicker and vicar, if that helps it stick.

What does ticker mean?

noun

  1. One who makes a tick mark.
  2. A measuring or reporting device, particularly one which makes a ticking sound as the measured events occur.

    “The ticker was showing an increased rate of flow.”

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Words that rhyme with ticker

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

snickervicarnickerflickerliquorslickerbickerkickerstickerpickerquickerdicker

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ticker"?▾

"Ticker" has 2 syllables: tick · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "ticker"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ticker" is /tɪkə(ɹ)/.

What does "ticker" mean?▾

Ticker: One who makes a tick mark.

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