How to Pronounce Rank

To pronounce "rank", say RANK — one syllable, IPA /ɹæŋk/. 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

/ɹæŋk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rank”

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

Sounds exactly like: ranck, ranke — easy to mix up when writing.

What does rank mean?

adjective

  1. Strong of its kind or in character; unmitigated; virulent; thorough; utter (used of negative things).

    “rank nonsense”

  2. Strong in growth; growing with vigour or rapidity, hence, coarse or gross.

    “rank grass”

adverb

  1. Quickly, eagerly, impetuously.

Synonyms

completeutterpongsmellystinky

Words that rhyme with rank

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lankcrankshankskankbankswankblankclanktankhankflankspank

Related words

abundantgradeout-and-outconspicuousright-downoutrankobviousdownright

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rank"?▾

"Rank" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "rank"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rank" is /ɹæŋk/.

What does "rank" mean?▾

Rank: Strong of its kind or in character; unmitigated; virulent; thorough; utter (used of negative things).

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