How to Pronounce "nickel"
word
/ˈnɪkəɫ/
NI-kuhl
/nˈɪkəl/
NI-kuhl
Definition
Nickel is a hard silver-colored metal used in making coins and metal products. In American English, it also means a five-cent coin.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈnɪkəɫ/
British English
/nˈɪkəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NI-kuhl
UK
NI-kuhl
Listen in Context
This coin is made of nickel.
He found a nickel on the floor.
Some jewelry contains nickel.
Do you have a nickel for the parking meter?