How Do You Spell WILK?

Pronunciation: [wˈɪlk] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "Wilk" follows the English language phonetic rules. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is spelled as /wɪlk/. The first sound is "w" pronounced as in "we" or "wet." The second sound is "ɪ" pronounced as in "sit" or "kiss." The third sound is "l" pronounced as in "love" or "felt." The fourth and final sound is "k," pronounced as in "kept" or "pack." Therefore, "Wilk" is pronounced as "wilk" with emphasis on the first syllable.

WILK Meaning and Definition

1. A shell-fish much eaten by the lower classes in large towns; a periwinkle.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of WILK

The word "Wilk" is of Polish origin and is derived from the Old Slavic word "vlk", meaning "wolf". It is a surname commonly found in Poland and other Eastern European countries. The name likely originated as a nickname or epithet for someone who had wolf-like characteristics or possessed traits associated with wolves, such as strength, courage, or cunning. Over time, it became a hereditary surname passed down through generations.

Similar spelling words for WILK

• wilks,
• willsey,
• willies,
• wilkey,
• Wilkie,
• Wills,
• Willis,
• wilke.