Learn How to Pronounce fork
Not sure how to say a word? Try the Promova pronunciation tool for free and learn how to pronounce anything in English correctly. Discover over 100,000 words and easily learn English pronunciation online!
Find your word:
Find how to pronounce a word and practice it in our free word pronouncer for English learners!
How to pronounce:
fork
Definition:
(nou) cutlery used for serving and eating food (nou) the act of branching out or dividing into branches (nou) the region of the angle formed by the junction of two branches (nou) an agricultural tool used for lifting or digging; has a handle and metal prongs (nou) the angle formed by the inner sides of the legs where they join the human trunk
Phonetic Transcription:
fɔːk
Examples:
The knife is held in the right hand and the fork in the left.
The major items of cutlery in the Western world are the knife, fork and spoon.
While the western world use a knife and fork, the Chinese use chopsticks.
Learn more about:fork
Related Words:
How to perfect your pronunciation of: fork
Learn Individual Sounds
Break fork down into individual sounds such as fɔːk. Practice these parts before you learn to say the whole word.
Copy Others
Use the tools above to find out how different people say fork in their accents, then try to repeat after them.
Pick an Accent
Avoid mixing word pronunciations. If you’re learning American English, stick to it and try not to confuse yourself with British pronunciation.
Record Yourself
Say fork in the pronunciation tool as many times as it takes before you get it right. Record yourself saying different sentences with fork.
Get a Native Tutor
Improve your pronunciation with native speakers! Practice with American, British, and Australian teachers on Promova.
Common mistakes of fork pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "fork" with an "aw" sound, like "fawk." This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is /fɔrk/ in US English and /fɔːk/ in UK English. Tip: Focus on the "or" sound, which is more like "o" in "more."
- Ignoring the "r" sound: A common mistake is to drop the "r" sound, pronouncing it as "fok." This can lead to confusion. In both US and UK pronunciations, the "r" is essential: /fɔrk/ and /fɔːk/. Tip: Practice saying "r" clearly to avoid this error.
- Overemphasizing the "k" sound: Some speakers may overly stress the "k" at the end, making it sound harsh, like "forkk." The correct pronunciation is smoother: /fɔrk/ (US) and /fɔːk/ (UK). Tip: Relax your tongue when saying the "k" to maintain a natural flow.
- Confusing "fork" with "fort": Learners sometimes mix up "fork" with "fort," leading to mispronunciation. "Fork" is pronounced /fɔrk/ in US and /fɔːk/ in UK, while "fort" has a different vowel sound. Tip: Listen to both words in context to distinguish their sounds.
- Using a short "o" sound: Some may pronounce "fork" with a short "o," like "fok." This is incorrect. The correct vowel sound is longer: /fɔrk/ (US) and /fɔːk/ (UK). Tip: Practice elongating the vowel sound to ensure clarity.