How to pronounce anorak
Say it like AN-uh-rak. Anorak has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AN).
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- AN
- uh
- rak
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Anorak pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- rakGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of anorak
American and British speakers say anorak in essentially the same way: /ˈænəˌræk/ in the US and /ˈænəˌræk/ in the UK.
British respelling: AN-uh-rak.
What does anorak mean?
- A heavy weatherproof jacket with an attached hood; a parka or windcheater.
- A person with an unusual or obsessive interest in a niche subject, especially trains.
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Questions about saying anorak
How do you pronounce anorak?
Say AN-uh-rak. The American pronunciation is /ˈænəˌræk/. In British English it is /ˈænəˌræk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in anorak?
Anorak has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AN). Broken into parts: AN · uh · rak.
Do Americans and Brits say anorak the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈænəˌræk/ and the British form is /ˈænəˌræk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.