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How to pronounce:
hack
Definition:
(nou) one who works hard at boring tasks (nou) a politician who belongs to a small clique that controls a political party for private rather than public ends (nou) a mediocre and disdained writer (nou) a tool (as a hoe or pick or mattock) used for breaking up the surface of the soil (nou) a car driven by a person whose job is to take passengers where they want to go in exchange for money (nou) an old or over-worked horse (nou) a horse kept for hire (nou) a saddle horse used for transportation rather than sport etc.
Phonetic Transcription:
hæk
Examples:
The hack is a central part of the story.
The object is to never drop the hack.
This is a nifty hack to suppress the images.
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Common mistakes of hack pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "hack" with an "ah" sound, like "hɑk" (US) or "hæk" (UK). This can confuse listeners. Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound, similar to "cat".
- Overemphasizing the "h": A common mistake is to stress the "h" too much, making it sound like "h-hack". This can sound unnatural. Tip: Keep "h" soft and blend it smoothly with the vowel.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "hack" as if it were two syllables, "ha-ck". This is incorrect as "hack" is monosyllabic. Tip: Remember, "hack" has only one syllable, so keep it concise.
- Adding an extra vowel sound: Some learners might say "hack" with an additional vowel, sounding like "hake". This alters the meaning and can confuse communication. Tip: Practice saying "hack" quickly to avoid adding extra sounds.
- Mispronouncing the final consonant: A few might pronounce "hack" with a softer "k" sound, like "hags". This changes the word entirely. Tip: Ensure the "k" is clear and strong, as in "kick".