Learning language
Translation language
verb · A2 · rare word · UK/US

picken

peck

Meaning of picken

living beings birds verb

Learn picken with free cards in 30 seconds.

Check vocabulary level

10 minutes a day can add up to 3,000 words a year. Spaced flashcards bring each word back when it is time to remember it.

Free flashcards·10,000+ words in the database·scheduled reviews
How important is this word
A2rare word

picken fits your vocabulary level. Check your level if you are not sure.

Pronunciation
German[ˈpɪkn̩]
peck
picken - peck
free flashcards
Learn for freeLearn 7 words from "Birds"
Active review

How many words can you learn in a year?

If you learn 8-10 new words a day and review them regularly with flashcards, you can cover about 3,000 words in a year.

ZapomniEnglish brings words back at the right time: difficult words appear more often, familiar words less often.

Not sure what pace to start with? Check your vocabulary level and we will suggest words for your level.

We count words you add to learning and review regularly. Active use grows gradually and depends on practice.

How many words you can add to active review
PacePer dayPer yearBest for
Easy3 words≈ 1,100 wordsstarting without pressure
Balanced5 words≈ 1,800 wordssteady growth
Recommended8 words≈ 2,900 wordsaround 3,000 words a year
Fast10 words≈ 3,650 wordsvisible vocabulary growth
Intensive15 words≈ 5,500 wordsstrong motivation

picken with English translation

picken usage examples

Usage examples will appear here with translation and context.

Learn by topic

picken belongs to the topic "Birds". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

pickenpeck
spielenplay
Ozeanocean
Gruppegroup
Paarpair
Kuhcow
Eiegg

picken synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between picken / knabbern

🇩🇪German
picken

Refers to pecking with the beak, typically for birds; often implies delicate, quick feeding movements.

A2Often

Die Taube schnäbelt auf dem Boden nach Körnern.

Голубь клюёт зерна с земли.

🇩🇪German

Means to nibble or chew in small bites; used for various animals and people, not necessarily involving a beak.

A2Often

Das Meerschweinchen knabbert an einer Karotte.

Морская свинка покусывает морковку.

What's the difference

Related words and lists for picken

How to pronounce picken and what this word means

picken translation: peck. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce picken

[ˈpɪkn̩]

picken translation

peck

picken transcription

[ˈpɪkn̩]

How this dictionary entry is reviewed

ZapomniEnglish prepares dictionary data automatically, then the editorial workflow checks high-frequency words, top lists, and pages that already receive search impressions first.

Translation and meaningPronunciation and transcriptionExamples, synonyms, and topics

Questions about this word

picken meaning: what does it mean?

mit dem Schnabel kleine Stücke von einer Oberfläche aufnehmen oder hineinpicken

picken pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

picken is pronounced as [ˈpɪkn̩]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

Is picken part of Birds vocabulary?

Yes, picken (peck) can be learned in the Birds topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is picken part of Living Beings vocabulary?

Yes, picken (peck) can be learned in the Living Beings topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Audio practiceExamplesSmart repeats

Learn picken in your vocabulary

Add this word to practice, repeat it with audio, examples and your own word lists.