How to Pronounce "ricks"
word
ˈɹɪks
RIKS
ɹˈɪks
RIKS
Definition
A 'rick' is a stack or pile, often of hay, straw, or wood, stored outdoors. The word is mostly used in rural or agricultural contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɪks
British English
ɹˈɪks
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RIKS
UK
RIKS
Listen in Context
The farmers built two large ricks of hay for the winter.
Several ricks of firewood were stacked near the barn.
They covered the ricks with tarps to keep the rain off.
Every autumn, the field is full of golden ricks waiting to be carried away.