How to Pronounce "pickpocket"
word
ˈpɪkˌpɑkət
PIK-pah-kit
pˈɪkpɒkɪt
PIK-pok-it
Definition
A person who steals money or valuables from people's pockets or bags, usually in crowded places, without them noticing.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɪkˌpɑkət
British English
pˈɪkpɒkɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PIK-pah-kit
UK
PIK-pok-it
Listen in Context
A pickpocket stole my wallet on the bus.
Be careful, there might be a pickpocket in the crowd.
The police caught the pickpocket at the market.
Watch your bag—pickpockets are really quick in this area.