English pronunciation · Words Starting with T
Teak Pronunciation
Teak is pronounced TEEK, IPA /ˈtik/.
TEEK
US /ˈtik/ · UK /ˈtiːk/
Syllables: TEEK (1 syllable)
noun: A hard yellowish brown wood from a tropical tree.
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Teak in a Sentence
- The bench outside is solid teak.
- Teak weathers to a soft grey if it is left alone.
- They oil the teak table twice a year.
Common Mispronunciations of Teak
Not TEE-ak
The ea stands for one long ee, giving a single beat that rhymes with week.
Not TEK
Let the vowel run its length, or the word lands on tech instead.
Tip: Teak rhymes with leak and peak, and nothing like steak.
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