How to Pronounce "dirk"
word
/ˈdɝk/
durk
/dˈɜːk/
durk
Definition
A dirk is a long, straight-bladed knife, traditionally carried by Scottish Highlanders as a personal weapon.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdɝk/
British English
/dˈɜːk/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
durk
UK
durk
Listen in Context
The Scottish warrior carried a dirk at his side.
A dirk is longer than a typical knife.
He showed me his collection of antique dirks.
The kilt was complete with a dirk tucked into his belt.