How to Pronounce Tack

To pronounce "tack", say TACK — one syllable, IPA /tak/. 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

/tak/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “tack”

"tack" 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: tac, tacke, ptak, tak — easy to mix up when writing.

What does tack mean?

noun

  1. A small nail with a flat head.
  2. A thumbtack.

Synonyms

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Words that rhyme with tack

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crackslackblacktrackhackrackbacksetbackclackattackflakfeedback

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tack"?▾

"Tack" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "tack"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tack" is /tak/.

What does "tack" mean?▾

Tack: A small nail with a flat head.

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