How to pronounce hulkish
Say it like HUHL-kish. Hulkish has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HUHL).
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- HUHL
- kish
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hulkish pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HUHLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- kishKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of hulkish
American and British speakers say hulkish in essentially the same way: /ˈhʌlkɪʃ/ in the US and /ˈhʌlkɪʃ/ in the UK.
British respelling: HUHL-kish.
What does hulkish mean?
- Demonstrating great strength or force.
Where does hulkish come from?
From hulk + -ish. Attested since the 19th century.
Questions about saying hulkish
How do you pronounce hulkish?
Say HUHL-kish. The American pronunciation is /ˈhʌlkɪʃ/. In British English it is /ˈhʌlkɪʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hulkish?
Hulkish has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HUHL). Broken into parts: HUHL · kish.
Do Americans and Brits say hulkish the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈhʌlkɪʃ/ and the British form is /ˈhʌlkɪʃ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.