How to pronounce zak
Say it like ZAK. Zak is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- ZAK
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Zak pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ZAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of zak
American and British speakers say zak in essentially the same way: /zæk/ in the US and /zæk/ in the UK.
British respelling: ZAK.
What does zak mean?
- Money.
- Sixpence or a small amount of money.
Where does zak come from?
From Afrikaans sak (“bag”).
Words that rhyme with zak
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of zak.
Questions about saying zak
How do you pronounce zak?
Say ZAK. The American pronunciation is /zæk/. In British English it is /zæk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in zak?
Zak is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: ZAK.
Do Americans and Brits say zak the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /zæk/ and the British form is /zæk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.