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flock

Definition:

(nou) a church congregation guided by a pastor (nou) a group of birds (nou) a large number or amount or extent (nou) an orderly crowd (nou) a group of sheep or goats

Phonetic Transcription:

flɒk

Examples:

These are some of the sheep in the flock.

A flock of quails is called a bevy.

The flock of sheep grazed on the pastured.

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Common mistakes of flock pronunciation

Vowel confusion: Some learners mispronounce "flock" with an incorrect vowel sound, saying /flɒk/ instead of the correct US /flɑk/ or UK /flɒk/. Tip: Focus on the "o" sound, which should be pronounced like "ah" in "father."
Silent letters: A common mistake is adding a silent letter, pronouncing "flock" as "flock" with an extra "k" sound at the end. This results in /flɒk/ or /flɑk/ instead of the correct /flɒk/. Tip: Remember that "flock" ends with a clear "k" sound.
Stress placement: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "flock" as /flɒk/, which disrupts the natural flow. The correct pronunciation is a single syllable, /flɒk/ or /flɑk/. Tip: Practice saying "flock" as one smooth sound.
Ending sound: Mispronouncing "flock" as "flock" with a softened "k" sound can lead to confusion. The correct ending is a firm /k/ sound. Tip: Emphasize the "k" at the end to ensure clarity in your speech.
Lengthening the vowel: Some may unintentionally stretch the vowel sound in "flock," pronouncing it as /flaːk/ instead of the correct /flɒk/ or /flɑk/. Tip: Keep the vowel short and crisp for accurate pronunciation.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "flock" in American English?

In American English, "flock" is pronounced as /flɑk/. The "o" in "flock" has a short "ah" sound, similar to the "o" in "rock."

Is there a difference in the pronunciation of "flock" between American and British English?

No, the pronunciation of "flock" is the same in both American and British English, /flɒk/. However, the vowel sound may be slightly different, with the British "o" sounding more like the "o" in "lot."

What is the syllable structure of the word "flock"?

The word "flock" has one syllable. It is a simple, single-syllable word that starts with the consonant blend "fl" followed by the vowel sound "ɑ" and ends with the consonant "k."

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "flock"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing "flock" with a long vowel sound, like /floʊk/. Remember that the correct pronunciation uses a short "o" sound, as in /flɑk/.