How to Pronounce "flake"
word
/ˈfɫeɪk/
FLAYK
/flˈeɪk/
FLAYK
Definition
A 'flake' is a small flat piece that has broken off from something larger, like a snowflake or paint flaking. Colloquially, it also means an unreliable person who often cancels plans or forgets commitments.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈfɫeɪk/
British English
/flˈeɪk/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FLAYK
UK
FLAYK
Listen in Context
A flake of paint fell from the wall.
There was a snow flake on her hair.
He likes to eat corn flakes for breakfast.
Sorry, I'm being such a flake for canceling again.