How to Pronounce Uncork

To pronounce "uncork", say UNC-ork — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

UNC-ork

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💡 Tip for remembering “uncork”

"uncork" has 2 syllables: unc-ork. It rhymes with torque and fork, if that helps it stick.

What does uncork mean?

verb

  1. To open (a bottle or other container sealed with a cork or stopper) by removing the cork or stopper from.

    “uncork a bottle of wine”

  2. To release.

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Words that rhyme with uncork

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

torqueforkyorksporklorchcorkporkstorksquark

Related words

openunstopunbottlecorkuncaskunstopperuncloseunseal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "uncork"?▾

"Uncork" has 2 syllables: unc · ork.

What does "uncork" mean?▾

Uncork: To open (a bottle or other container sealed with a cork or stopper) by removing the cork or stopper from.

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