How to pronounce hulk
Say it like HUHLK. Hulk is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- HUHLK
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hulk pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HUHLKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of hulk
American and British speakers say hulk in essentially the same way: /hʌlk/ in the US and /hʌlk/ in the UK.
British respelling: HUHLK.
What does hulk mean?
- a very large person; impressive in size or qualities
- a ship that has been wrecked and abandoned
- appear very large or occupy a commanding position“The huge sculpture predominates over the fountain”“Large shadows loomed on the canyon wall”
Where does hulk come from?
The verb is derived from the noun.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with hulk
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of hulk.
Questions about saying hulk
How do you pronounce hulk?
Say HUHLK. The American pronunciation is /hʌlk/. In British English it is /hʌlk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hulk?
Hulk is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: HUHLK.
Do Americans and Brits say hulk the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /hʌlk/ and the British form is /hʌlk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.