How to pronounce "dick"

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Phonetic Breakdown of "dick"

Learn how to break down "dick" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.

Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:

/dɪk/
Phonetic representation based on standard dictionaries

IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:

D IH1 K
Standard phonetic transcription to help with precise pronunciation

Pronunciation Tips:

  • Stress the first syllable
  • Pay attention to vowel sounds
  • Practice each syllable separately

Spelling Benefits:

  • Easier to remember spelling
  • Helps with word recognition
  • Improves reading fluency

Definition of "dick"

Pronunciation: /dɪk/

Noun

  • A male person.
  • The penis.
  • A highly contemptible person; a jerk.
    Example: "That person is such a dick."
  • Absolutely nothing.
    Example: "Last weekend I did dick."
  • Sexual intercourse with a man.

Verb

  • To mistreat or take advantage of somebody (often with around or up).
    Example: "Dude, don't let them dick you around like that!"
  • (of a man) To have sexual intercourse with.
Pronunciation: /dɪk/

Noun

  • A detective.
    Example: "private dick, railroad dick"
Pronunciation: /dɪk/

Noun

  • A declaration.
Pronunciation: /dɪk/

Numeral

  • Ten in Cumbrian sheep counting