How to pronounce "hook"

hook

Noun
American
/hʊk/

Syllable Breakdown

hook

How natives say hook

British
/hʊk/

Syllable Breakdown

hook

How natives say hook

Pronunciation Guide In American

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with a small, quick 'h' sound.

  • Move to the 'ʊ' sound, like in 'book'. Your lips should be rounded.

  • Finish with a 'k' sound, like in 'kick'.

Common Mistakes

  • wrong vowel sound (hɒk)

  • adding extra sounds (hʊkə)

  • incorrect ending (hʊg)

Pronunciation Guide In British

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with a soft 'h' sound.

  • Move to the 'ʊ' sound, similar to 'book'. Keep lips rounded.

  • Eng with a crisp 'k' sound, like in 'kick'.

common mistakes

  • wrong vowel sound (həʊk)

  • adding extra sounds (hɪk)

  • substituting final sound (hʊt)

FAQ

Why do I hear 'kʊk' sometimes?

Make sure to start with the 'h' sound, not 'k'.

Is the 'oo' pronounced like in 'book'?

Yes, use a similar sound as in 'book'.

Do I need to stress any part?

No, it is a single syllable word with equal stress.

Definition

hook

A curved device used for catching or holding things.

Word Family

hooks

/hʊks/

noun

Plural of hook

Example: There are many hooks in the store.

hooked

/hʊkt/

verb

Past tense of hook

Example: She hooked the fish quickly.

hooking

/ˈhʊkɪŋ/

verb

Present participle of hook

Example: He is hooking the bait.

Key Pronunciation Differences

Hooks ends with an 's' sound.

Hooked ends in a soft 't' sound.

Hooking has a hard 'g' sound at the end.

Pro Tips

Focus on the vowel sound

Ensure your 'ʊ' is quick and rounded, like 'put', not 'pot'.

Keep it short

It’s a single syllable word, so don't elongate it.

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