How to Pronounce Yak

To pronounce "yak", say YAK — one syllable, IPA /jæk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/jæk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “yak”

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

What does yak mean?

noun

  1. An ox-like mammal native to the Himalayas, Mongolia, Burma, and Tibet with dark, long, and silky hair, a horse-like tail, and a full, bushy mane.

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Words that rhyme with yak

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crackslackblacktrackhackrackbacksetbackclackattackflakfeedback

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "yak"?▾

"Yak" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "yak"?▾

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

What does "yak" mean?▾

Yak: An ox-like mammal native to the Himalayas, Mongolia, Burma, and Tibet with dark, long, and silky hair, a horse-like tail, and a full, bushy mane.

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