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How to pronounce 'rock' in American English

Learn the American English pronunciation of "rock" with simple phonetic spelling, IPA transcription, meaning, example sentences, and AI-powered pronunciation practice.

Pronunciation of "rock"

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Simple pronunciation
rahk
IPA transcription
/ɹɑk̚/
Word frequency
688th

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What does "rock" mean?

  1. 1.hard, nonmetallic mineral matter making up the earth's surface
  2. 2.to move gently back and forth
  3. 3.a style of music characterized by a strong beat and the use of electric guitars

Examples of "rock" in a sentence

  • I found a smooth rock on the beach.
  • The boat hit a rock and sank.
  • They played rock music all night.

How common is "rock"?

Rock is the 688th most common word in English.

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