How to Pronounce Flank

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

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Syllable

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Letters

/flæŋk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “flank”

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

What does flank mean?

noun

  1. The flesh between the last rib and the hip; the side.
  2. A cut of meat from the flank of an animal.

verb

  1. To attack the flank(s) of.
  2. To defend the flank(s) of.

adjective

  1. (of speed) Maximum. Historically faster than full speed (the most a vessel can sustain without excessive engine wear or risk of damage), now frequently used interchangeably. Typically used in an emergency or during an attack.

    “All ahead flank!”

Synonyms

sidewing

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Words that rhyme with flank

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lankrankcrankshankskankbankswankblankclanktankhankspank

Related words

wingslopeleftopensidewallcostaccompanyhillside

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flank"?▾

"Flank" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "flank"?▾

The IPA transcription of "flank" is /flæŋk/.

What does "flank" mean?▾

Flank: The flesh between the last rib and the hip; the side.

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