How to Pronounce Steak

To pronounce "steak", say STEAK — one syllable, IPA /steɪk/. 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

/steɪk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “steak”

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

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

What does steak mean?

noun

  1. Beefsteak, a slice of beef, broiled or cut for broiling.
  2. (by extension) A relatively large, thick slice or slab cut from another animal, a vegetable, etc.

verb

  1. To cook (something, especially fish) like or as a steak.

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Words that rhyme with steak

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

breakopaqueforsakeacheslakeheartachetakemakeundertakeshakefakekeepsake

Related words

tenderloinsirloinbrisketbeefmeatroastporterhousedish

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "steak"?▾

"Steak" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "steak"?▾

The IPA transcription of "steak" is /steɪk/.

What does "steak" mean?▾

Steak: Beefsteak, a slice of beef, broiled or cut for broiling.

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