How Do You Spell SNACK?

Pronunciation: [snˈak] (IPA)

The word "snack" is spelled with four letters, but its pronunciation is a bit tricky. Using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), we can represent it as /snæk/. Notice the schwa sound in the middle: this unstressed vowel is a common feature of English. The "ck" at the end is a double consonant, indicating that the preceding vowel should be short. In American English, you might hear a slightly different pronunciation, with the vowel more like æ. Overall, "snack" is a versatile and convenient word for quick bites of food.

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SNACK Meaning and Definition

  1. A snack is a small portion of food that is consumed between regular meals, typically for the purpose of satisfying hunger or providing a quick source of energy. It is a convenient and easily accessible option for people to eat when they have a brief break or feel a need to maintain their energy levels.

    Snacks can come in various forms, including both sweet and savory options. They can range from fruits, nuts, and granola bars to cookies, chips, and candies. Popular examples of savory snacks include pretzels, popcorn, and cheese sticks, while sweet snacks often include chocolate bars, cookies, or gummy candies.

    Snacking is commonly associated with indulging in something readily available, offering a quick fix to curb hunger pangs or cravings. It is often enjoyed on-the-go, at work, during travel, or while engaging in leisure activities. Snacks can be store-bought or homemade, and their size and composition can vary depending on cultural preferences and dietary needs.

    While snacks are typically considered smaller in comparison to regular meals, they still play an important role in providing essential nutrients, aiding in maintaining blood sugar levels, and contributing to overall dietary balance. However, it is important to carefully choose snacks that are nutritious and contribute to a well-balanced diet, rather than excessively relying on unhealthy or high-calorie options that may lead to health issues like weight gain or nutritional deficiencies.

  2. A share; a slight hasty meal; to go snacks, familiarly, to go shares.

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

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Etymology of SNACK

The word "snack" originated from the Middle Dutch word "snaecke", which referred to a bite-sized piece of food. It then evolved into the Old English word "snaccian", meaning to snatch or bite. Over time, "snaccian" transitioned into "snack" in modern English, referring to a small portion of food eaten between meals.

Idioms with the word SNACK

  • snack off (of) sth The idiom "snack off (of) sth" refers to the act of consuming small amounts of food or snacks, usually without the permission or knowledge of the owner. It implies taking bites or indulging in food without paying for it or obtaining consent.

Similar spelling words for SNACK

Plural form of SNACK is SNACKS

Conjugate verb Snack

CONDITIONAL

I would snack
you would snack
he/she/it would snack
we would snack
they would snack

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be snacking
you would be snacking
he/she/it would be snacking
we would be snacking
they would be snacking

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have snack
you would have snack
he/she/it would have snack
we would have snack
they would have snack

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been snacking
you would have been snacking
he/she/it would have been snacking
we would have been snacking
they would have been snacking

FUTURE

I will snack
you will snack
he/she/it will snack
we will snack
they will snack

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be snacking
you will be snacking
he/she/it will be snacking
we will be snacking
they will be snacking

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have snacked
you will have snacked
he/she/it will have snacked
we will have snacked
they will have snacked

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been snacking
you will have been snacking
he/she/it will have been snacking
we will have been snacking
they will have been snacking

IMPERATIVE

you snack
we let´s snack

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to snack

PAST

I snacked
you snacked
he/she/it snacked
we snacked
they snacked

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was snacking
you were snacking
he/she/it was snacking
we were snacking
they were snacking

PAST PARTICIPLE

snacked

PAST PERFECT

I had snacked
you had snacked
he/she/it had snacked
we had snacked
they had snacked

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been snacking
you had been snacking
he/she/it had been snacking
we had been snacking
they had been snacking

PRESENT

I snack
you snack
he/she/it snacks
we snack
they snack

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am snacking
you are snacking
he/she/it is snacking
we are snacking
they are snacking

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

snacking

PRESENT PERFECT

I have snacked
you have snacked
he/she/it has snacked
we have snacked
they have snacked

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been snacking
you have been snacking
he/she/it has been snacking
we have been snacking
they have been snacking
I would have snacked
we would have snacked
you would have snacked
he/she/it would have snacked
they would have snacked

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