How to Pronounce "dicky"
word
ˈdɪki
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dˈɪki
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Definition
"Dicky" is a British English informal word describing something that is not working well, weak, or unreliable. It can refer to physical things or sometimes to a person's health.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɪki
British English
dˈɪki
Simplified Pronunciation
US
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UK
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Listen in Context
My old bike is a bit dicky and often makes strange noises.
He has a dicky heart, so he needs to be careful.
The chair looks dicky, so don’t sit on it.
Sorry the lift’s out again — it’s always a bit dicky in winter.