How to Pronounce Yack

To pronounce "yack", say YACK — one syllable, IPA /jæk/. 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

/jæk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “yack”

"yack" 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: yak — easy to mix up when writing.

What does yack mean?

noun

  1. A talk, particular an informal talk; chattering; gossip.
  2. A laugh.

verb

  1. To talk, particularly informally but persistently; to chatter or prattle.
  2. To vomit, usually as a result of excessive alcohol consumption.

Words that rhyme with yack

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

crackslackblacktrackhackrackbacksetbackclackattackflakfeedback

Related words

chatterjawyakety-yakcacklegabyockelyackety-yack

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "yack"?▾

"Yack" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "yack"?▾

The IPA transcription of "yack" is /jæk/.

What does "yack" mean?▾

Yack: A talk, particular an informal talk; chattering; gossip.

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