How to Pronounce "hitchhiked"
word
ˈhɪtʃˌhaɪkt
HICH-hykt
hˈɪtʃhaɪkt
HICH-hykt
Definition
To travel by asking strangers for free rides in their vehicles, usually by standing by the road and signaling drivers.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɪtʃˌhaɪkt
British English
hˈɪtʃhaɪkt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HICH-hykt
UK
HICH-hykt
Listen in Context
Last summer, we hitchhiked across the country.
She hitchhiked to save money on transportation.
We hitchhiked from one town to the next.
I hitchhiked a lot when I was in my twenties, but I wouldn't do it now.