How to Pronounce "cliques"
word
ˈkɫɪks
KLIKS
klˈiːks
KLEEKS
Definition
Small groups of people who spend time together and do not let others join them, often in schools or workplaces.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɫɪks
British English
klˈiːks
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KLIKS
UK
KLEEKS
Listen in Context
Some students feel left out because of the cliques at school.
The office is full of different cliques.
She avoided the cliques and made friends with everyone.
It's hard to break into the cliques if you're new here.