How to Pronounce Monk

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

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Letters

/mʌŋk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “monk”

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

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

What does monk mean?

noun

  1. A male member of a monastic order who has devoted his life for religious service.
  2. In earlier usage, an eremite or hermit devoted to solitude, as opposed to a cenobite, who lived communally.

verb

  1. To be a monk.
  2. To act like a monk; especially to be contemplative.

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Words that rhyme with monk

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "monk"?▾

"Monk" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "monk"?▾

The IPA transcription of "monk" is /mʌŋk/.

What does "monk" mean?▾

Monk: A male member of a monastic order who has devoted his life for religious service.

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