How to Pronounce Yonks

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

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Letters

/jɒŋks/

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💡 Tip for remembering “yonks”

"yonks" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with honks and bonks, if that helps it stick.

What does yonks mean?

noun

  1. A long time (especially a longer time than expected); ages

    “Haven’t seen him in yonks!”

Words that rhyme with yonks

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

honksbonksconkswanksplonksbronxtonks

Related words

yoxterlong-termeryobbozackyonkeroccyyank

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "yonks"?▾

"Yonks" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "yonks"?▾

The IPA transcription of "yonks" is /jɒŋks/.

What does "yonks" mean?▾

Yonks: A long time (especially a longer time than expected); ages

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