How to Pronounce Ink

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

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Letters

/ɪŋk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ink”

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

Sounds exactly like: inc — easy to mix up when writing.

What does ink mean?

noun

  1. A pigment (or dye)-based fluid used for writing, printing etc.
  2. A particular type, color or container of this fluid.

verb

  1. To apply ink to; to cover or smear with ink.
  2. To sign (a contract or similar document).

Synonyms

ballyhooflakhooplahypeplugspotlightpaintendorseinitialinscribe

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Words that rhyme with ink

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

linkshrinkblinkthinkpinkclinkhoodwinkbrinkfinkdrinkprecinctsink

Related words

paperpencilprintertonertattoopaintcalligraphyautograph

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ink"?▾

"Ink" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "ink"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ink" is /ɪŋk/.

What does "ink" mean?▾

Ink: A pigment (or dye)-based fluid used for writing, printing etc.

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