How to Pronounce "dunkirk"
word
ˈdənkɝk
DUN-kerk
ˈdʌnˌkɜːk
DUN-kurk
Definition
Dunkirk is a coastal city in northern France, best known for the famous World War II evacuation of Allied soldiers in 1940, often called the 'Battle of Dunkirk.' The word can refer to either the place or the historical event.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdənkɝk
British English
ˈdʌnˌkɜːk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DUN-kerk
UK
DUN-kurk
Listen in Context
Many soldiers were rescued at Dunkirk during World War II.
Dunkirk is a city in northern France.
The Dunkirk evacuation saved thousands of lives.
Have you ever seen the movie Dunkirk?