How to Pronounce Tricycle

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈtɹaɪsɪkəl/

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💡 Tip for remembering “tricycle”

"tricycle" has 2 syllables: tricycl-e.

What does tricycle mean?

noun

  1. A cycle with three wheels, powered by pedals and usually intended for young children.
  2. A cycle rickshaw.

verb

  1. To ride a tricycle.

    “The child tricycled around the driveway until dark.”

Synonyms

trike

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Related words

velocipedetrikebicyclecyclingwagoncompartmentthree-wheelertricar

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tricycle"?▾

"Tricycle" has 2 syllables: tricycl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "tricycle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tricycle" is /ˈtɹaɪsɪkəl/.

What does "tricycle" mean?▾

Tricycle: A cycle with three wheels, powered by pedals and usually intended for young children.

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