To pronounce "talks", say TALKS — one syllable, IPA /ˈtɔːks/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈtɔːks/
IPA
"talks" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with paradox and faux, if that helps it stick.
verb
“Although I don't speak Chinese I managed to talk with the villagers using signs and gestures.”
“That's enough about work, let's talk holidays!”
noun
“We need to have a talk about your homework.”
“There is a talk on Shakespeare tonight.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Talks" has one syllable.
The IPA transcription of "talks" is /ˈtɔːks/.
Talks: To communicate, usually by means of speech.
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