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How to Pronounce "tics"

word

ˈtɪks
TIKS
tˈɪks
TIKS

Definition

Tics are sudden, repeated movements or sounds that people do involuntarily, often without being able to control them.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈtɪks

British English

tˈɪks

Simplified Pronunciation

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Listen in Context

She has facial tics that make her blink often.

Some children develop tics when they are stressed.

Tics can happen without warning.

His tics get worse when he's nervous, like clearing his throat a lot.