How to Pronounce "lurks"
word
ˈɫɝks
LURKS
lˈɜːks
LURKS
Definition
To hide and wait somewhere quietly, often to watch, attack, or surprise someone; or to be present, usually secretly or unseen, ready to appear.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɝks
British English
lˈɜːks
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LURKS
UK
LURKS
Listen in Context
A cat lurks behind the door, waiting to pounce.
Danger sometimes lurks in quiet places.
He lurks in the shadows, unseen by anyone.
There’s always someone who lurks in online chats without saying a word.