“Freak” or “Phreak”—Which to use?

“Freak” or “Phreak”

Overview

freak / phreak 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

freak: (noun) a person or animal that is markedly unusual or deformed.

phreak: NA

Pronunciation

freak: f·r·IY·k

phreak: NA

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Examples in Context

Examples of “freak”

The Struts "Freak Like You" (Interscope) (writer/producer)
…the United States in a freak show as the bearded lady,…
…Anthem of 1978: Chic's "Le Freak"
Jesus Freak Hideout's Michael Weaver said that…
…Nichols, Janis Joplin, Frank Zappa (Freak Out), Shuggie Otis, T-Bone Walker,…
Paul Portell of Jesus Freak Hideout went on to say…
In an interview with Jesus Freak Hideout, Max said the decision…
1995's Castle Freak is loosely inspired by Lovecraft's…
Future Freak
…of Missy Elliott's "Get Ur Freak On" and uncredited backing vocals…

Examples of “phreak”

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