How to Pronounce Wicked

To pronounce "wicked", say WICK-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈwɪkɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈwɪkɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “wicked”

"wicked" has 2 syllables: wick-ed. It rhymes with likud, if that helps it stick.

What does wicked mean?

noun

  1. People who are wicked.

adjective

  1. Evil or mischievous by nature.
  2. Excellent; awesome; masterful.

    “That was a wicked guitar solo, bro!”

adverb

  1. Very, extremely.

    “The band we went to see the other night was wicked loud!”

Synonyms

awesomebadcooldopeevilexcellentfar outgroovyhellahelluv

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Words that rhyme with wicked

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

likud

Related words

diabolicalvillainousnefariousflagitiousdepravedevil-mindedevilsinister

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "wicked"?▾

"Wicked" has 2 syllables: wick · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "wicked"?▾

The IPA transcription of "wicked" is /ˈwɪkɪd/.

What does "wicked" mean?▾

Wicked: People who are wicked.

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