How to Pronounce "tickling"
word
ˈtɪkəɫ
TIK-uhl
tˈɪklɪŋ
TIK-ling
Definition
The act of touching someone lightly to make them laugh or feel a funny, uncomfortable sensation. It can also mean a slight, itchy feeling on the skin.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɪkəɫ
British English
tˈɪklɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TIK-uhl
UK
TIK-ling
Listen in Context
The tickling made the baby laugh.
I felt a tickling in my throat.
She enjoys tickling her little brother.
Stop the tickling—I can't breathe!