How to Pronounce Milkshake

To pronounce "milkshake", say MILKSH-ak-e — 3 syllables, IPA /[ˈmɪɫk.ʃeɪk]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/[ˈmɪɫk.ʃeɪk]/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “milkshake”

"milkshake" has 3 syllables: milksh-ak-e. It rhymes with break and opaque, if that helps it stick.

What does milkshake mean?

noun

A thick beverage consisting of milk and ice cream mixed together, often with fruit, chocolate, or other flavoring.
A thin beverage, similar to the above, but with no ice cream or significantly less of it.

verb

To administer an alkaline supplement to (a horse) to improve its racing performance.
To throw a milkshake at (a person).
“A politician was milkshaked during the protest.”

Synonyms

cabinet frappe thickshake

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Words that rhyme with milkshake

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

break opaque forsake ache slake heartache take make undertake shake fake keepsake

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "milkshake"?▾

"Milkshake" has 3 syllables: milksh · ak · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "milkshake"?▾

The IPA transcription of "milkshake" is /[ˈmɪɫk.ʃeɪk]/.

What does "milkshake" mean?▾

Milkshake: A thick beverage consisting of milk and ice cream mixed together, often with fruit, chocolate, or other flavoring.

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