honk
20 synonyms for honk, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To sound a car horn, or to make a similar loud, harsh noise.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use honk
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
honk the horn
honk of a goose
Etymology
Onomatopoeic, imitating the sound itself.
Full origin of honk →Frequently asked questions
What does “honk” mean?
The word “honk” means to sound a car horn, or to make a similar loud, harsh noise. In plain terms, the sharp blaring noise made by a car horn or a goose, or the act of making that sound.
How do you pronounce “honk”?
“Honk” is pronounced hongk (/hɑŋk/ in IPA).
How do you use “honk” in a sentence?
Here is “honk” used in a sentence: “The driver honked impatiently at the car blocking the lane.”
What part of speech is “honk”?
Depending on how it is used, “honk” can be a verb and a noun.
How many meanings does “honk” have?
“Honk” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to sound a car horn, or to make a similar loud, harsh noise.
