“Pica” or “Pika”

Overview

pica / pika are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

pica: (noun) an eating disorder, frequent in children, in which non-nutritional objects are eaten persistently. (noun) magpies.

pika: (noun) small short-eared burrowing mammal of rocky uplands of Asia and western North America.

Pronunciation

pica: p·AY·k·ah

pika: NA

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