How to Pronounce "tinker"
word
/ˈtɪŋkɝ/
TING-kur
/tˈɪŋkɐ/
TING-kuh
Definition
To try to fix or improve something, often by making small changes without a clear plan; to handle or play with something, usually in an experimental way.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈtɪŋkɝ/
British English
/tˈɪŋkɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TING-kur
UK
TING-kuh
Listen in Context
He likes to tinker with old radios.
Please don't tinker with the computer settings.
My grandfather used to tinker in the garage every weekend.
He can't stop tinkering with his bike—he's always trying to make it faster.