How to Pronounce Knack

To pronounce "knack", say KNACK — one syllable, IPA /næk/. 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

/næk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “knack”

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

Sounds exactly like: nack, nacke — easy to mix up when writing.

What does knack mean?

noun

  1. A readiness in performance; aptness at doing something.
  2. A petty contrivance; a toy.

verb

  1. To crack; to make a sharp, abrupt noise; to chink.
  2. To speak affectedly.

Synonyms

devicetrickdexterityfacilityskillknickknackplaythingtoy

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Words that rhyme with knack

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crackslackblacktrackhackrackbacksetbackclackattackflakfeedback

Related words

benthangtalentflairgeniusskillfancything

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "knack"?▾

"Knack" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "knack"?▾

The IPA transcription of "knack" is /næk/.

What does "knack" mean?▾

Knack: A readiness in performance; aptness at doing something.

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