How to Pronounce "nicking"
word
ˈnɪk
NIK
nˈɪkɪŋ
NIK-ing
Definition
The act of making a small cut or scratch on something, or informally, stealing something, often small and secretly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnɪk
British English
nˈɪkɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NIK
UK
NIK-ing
Listen in Context
He kept nicking his chin while shaving.
Stop nicking my snacks from the fridge!
Be careful when cutting vegetables; you might end up nicking your finger.
My little brother keeps nicking coins from my wallet for candy.