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How to pronounce “funk

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Pronunciation guide for funk

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of funk with real speech in context.
Available examples
8 YouTube examples
Real speech example
Fireside JamYou know, I was getting more into funk and R&B
Definition summary
(countable) Foul or unpleasant smell, especially body odor.

Example 1 of 8

How to pronounce funk

Fireside Jam

You know, I was getting more into funk and R&B

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “funk

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • (countable) Foul or unpleasant smell, especially body odor.
  • (uncountable, music) A style of music derived from 1960s soul music, with elements of rock and other styles, characterized by a prominent bass guitar, dance-friendly sound, a strong emphasis on the downbeat, and much syncopation.
  • [Verb]
  • (intransitive) To emit an offensive smell; to stink.
  • (transitive) To envelop with an offensive smell or smoke.
  • (intransitive) To perform funk music.
  • (euphemistic, slang) Fuck (the taboo swear word).

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