How to Pronounce Funks

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

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/fʌŋks/

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💡 Tip for remembering “funks”

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

What does funks mean?

noun

  1. Foul or unpleasant smell, especially body odor.
  2. A style of music derived from 1960s soul music, with elements of rock and other styles, characterized by a prominent bass guitar, dance-friendly sound, a strong emphasis on the one, and much syncopation.

verb

  1. To emit an offensive smell; to stink.
  2. To envelop with an offensive smell or smoke.

noun

  1. Spark.
  2. Touchwood, punk, tinder.

Words that rhyme with funks

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

slinkssphynxchunkstrunkshunksdrunkspunksbunksdinksjunksflunkszincs

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "funks"?▾

"Funks" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "funks"?▾

The IPA transcription of "funks" is /fʌŋks/.

What does "funks" mean?▾

Funks: Foul or unpleasant smell, especially body odor.

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