How to pronounce shtick
Say it like SHTIK. Shtick is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- SHTIK
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Shtick pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SHTIKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of shtick
American and British speakers say shtick in essentially the same way: /ʃtɪk/ in the US and /ʃtɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: SHTIK.
What does shtick mean?
- A generally humorous routine.
- A characteristic trait or theme, especially in the way people or media present themselves.
- A gimmick.
Words that rhyme with shtick
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of shtick.
Questions about saying shtick
How do you pronounce shtick?
Say SHTIK. The American pronunciation is /ʃtɪk/. In British English it is /ʃtɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in shtick?
Shtick is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: SHTIK.
Do Americans and Brits say shtick the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ʃtɪk/ and the British form is /ʃtɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.