English pronunciation · Words Starting with W
Walk Pronunciation
Walk is pronounced WAWK, IPA /ˈwɑk/.
WAWK
US /ˈwɑk/ · UK /ˈwɔːk/
Syllables: WAWK (1 syllable)
verb and noun: To move on foot at an ordinary pace, or a journey made on foot.
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Walk in a Sentence
- We walk to the market most Saturdays.
- It is a ten minute walk from the station.
- Walk slowly past the horses.
Common Mispronunciations of Walk
Not WURK
Walk and work split on the vowel. This one takes the aw of law, and only work takes the ur of her.
Not WAWLK
Nothing at all is said for that l, which is why the word rhymes exactly with hawk.
Tip: Walk, talk, chalk and stalk form a small family that all drop the l and keep the aw.
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