How to Pronounce Ticklish

To pronounce "ticklish", say TICKL-ish — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtɪk(ə)lɪʃ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈtɪk(ə)lɪʃ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ticklish”

"ticklish" has 2 syllables: tickl-ish.

What does ticklish mean?

adjective

  1. Sensitive or susceptible to being tickled.

    “She is ticklish only on her tummy and the bottoms of her feet.”

  2. Touchy, sensitive, or delicate.

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Related words

delicatedifficulthardsensitiveticklesometicklytendertouchy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ticklish"?▾

"Ticklish" has 2 syllables: tickl · ish.

What is the IPA transcription of "ticklish"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ticklish" is /ˈtɪk(ə)lɪʃ/.

What does "ticklish" mean?▾

Ticklish: Sensitive or susceptible to being tickled.

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