How to Pronounce "wicks"
word
ˈwɪks
WIKS
wˈɪks
WIKS
Definition
Thin pieces of material in candles or lamps that absorb fuel and burn to produce light. 'Wicks' is the plural form, referring to more than one wick.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɪks
British English
wˈɪks
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WIKS
UK
WIKS
Listen in Context
We need to replace the old wicks in these lamps.
The candle wicks are made of cotton.
Long wicks help the candles burn brighter.
The shop sells packets of spare wicks for oil lamps.