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
US
hawk
UK
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.