To pronounce "hanker", say HANK-er — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
hanker
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HANK-er
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"hanker" has 2 syllables: hank-er. It rhymes with anchor and rancor, if that helps it stick.
verb
“If you hanker for chocolate, you'll like this fudge recipe.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Hanker" has 2 syllables: hank · er.
Hanker: To crave, want or desire.
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