How to Pronounce "piker"
word
ˈpaɪkɝ
PY-ker
pˈaɪkɐ
PY-kuh
Definition
In informal American English, 'piker' refers to someone who is stingy with money or someone who avoids taking risks; it can also mean a coward or a person who backs out of challenges.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpaɪkɝ
British English
pˈaɪkɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PY-ker
UK
PY-kuh
Listen in Context
He is such a piker when it comes to paying for dinner.
Only a piker would be afraid to try this ride.
Don’t be a piker—join us for the game!
Stop being a piker and just split the bill with us.