noun
zak
zak
Zak (noun) means slang for money, especially a small sum such as sixpence. Example: “He didn't have a zak to his name.”
noun
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Slang for money, especially a small sum such as sixpence.
"He didn't have a zak to his name."
How to use zak
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishOld-fashioned slang for cash, mostly heard in older British and Australian speech.
When to use it
Dated and informal — rarely used by younger speakers today.
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Word forms
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Etymology
From Afrikaans sak ("bag"), the same root that gives English "sack."
Frequently asked questions
What does “zak” mean?
The word “zak” means slang for money, especially a small sum such as sixpence. In plain terms, old-fashioned slang for cash, mostly heard in older British and Australian speech.
How do you pronounce “zak”?
“Zak” is pronounced zak (/zæk/ in IPA).
How do you use “zak” in a sentence?
Here is “zak” used in a sentence: “He didn't have a zak to his name.”
What part of speech is “zak”?
“Zak” is a noun.
Where does the word “zak” come from?
The word “zak” comes from Afrikaans. From Afrikaans sak ("bag"), the same root that gives English "sack.".
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