How to Pronounce "hawk"

word

/ˈhɔk/

hawk

/hˈɔːk/

hawk

Definition

A hawk is a bird of prey with sharp eyesight and strong claws that hunts other animals. It can also mean a person, especially in politics, who strongly supports war or aggressive action.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ˈhɔk/

British English

/hˈɔːk/

Simplified Pronunciation

hawk

Listen in Context

We saw a hawk in the sky above the trees.

The hawk caught a small rabbit.

Some people call the senator a hawk on military issues.

A hawk has been circling our backyard all morning.