How to Pronounce "smack"
word
/ˈsmæk/
smak
/smˈæk/
smak
Definition
As a noun, 'smack' means a hit with an open hand, especially on the face. As a verb, it means to hit someone or something sharply with the hand, and it can also describe a strong, sudden sound made by lips or impact.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsmæk/
British English
/smˈæk/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
smak
UK
smak
Listen in Context
The boy got a smack on the hand for touching the hot pan.
She smacked the table to get everyone's attention.
I heard his lips smack after he tasted the soup.
My backpack landed smack in the middle of the hallway.