How to Pronounce Asks

To pronounce "asks", say ASKS — one syllable, IPA /ɑːsks/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ɑːsks/

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💡 Tip for remembering “asks”

"asks" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with masks and tasks, if that helps it stick.

What does asks mean?

verb

  1. To request (information, or an answer to a question).

    “I asked her age.”

  2. To put forward (a question) to be answered.

    “to ask a question”

Words that rhyme with asks

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

maskstaskscasksmasquesflasksbasksbasques

Related words

inquireenquirerequiredemandnecessitateneedinvolveexpect

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "asks"?▾

"Asks" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "asks"?▾

The IPA transcription of "asks" is /ɑːsks/.

What does "asks" mean?▾

Asks: To request (information, or an answer to a question).

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