How to Pronounce "quahog"
word
/ˈkwɑˌhɔɡ/
KWAH-hawg
/kwˈæhɒɡ/
kwuh-HOG
Definition
A quahog is a large, hard-shelled edible clam found along the Atlantic coast of North America, often used in chowder or eaten raw.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkwɑˌhɔɡ/
British English
/kwˈæhɒɡ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KWAH-hawg
UK
kwuh-HOG
Listen in Context
The chef cooked a fresh quahog for dinner.
A quahog has a thick, hard shell.
Quahogs are popular in clam chowder.
Have you ever tried raw quahog with lemon? It tastes amazing.