How to Pronounce Uptick

To pronounce "uptick", say UPT-ick — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈʌptɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈʌptɪk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “uptick”

"uptick" has 2 syllables: upt-ick. It rhymes with thick and sick, if that helps it stick.

What does uptick mean?

noun

  1. A small increase or upward change in something that has been steady or declining.
  2. A stock market transaction or quote at a price above a preceding one.

Words that rhyme with uptick

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

thicksickprickslickflickstickwickdicklicknickpickblick

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "uptick"?▾

"Uptick" has 2 syllables: upt · ick.

What is the IPA transcription of "uptick"?▾

The IPA transcription of "uptick" is /ˈʌptɪk/.

What does "uptick" mean?▾

Uptick: A small increase or upward change in something that has been steady or declining.

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