“Conch” or “Conk”

Overview

conch / conk are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

conch: (noun) any of various edible tropical marine gastropods of the genus Strombus having a brightly-colored spiral shell with large outer lip.

conk: (noun) informal term for the nose. (verb) hit, especially on the head.

Pronunciation

conch: k·AA·n·ch

conk: k·AA·ng·k

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