English Word · Advanced
dirk
Scottish dagger
Pronunciation: /dɜːk/
Meaning
A long dagger traditionally associated with Scotland.
Example
The museum displayed a dirk beside a Scottish sword.
The museum displayed a dirk beside a Scottish sword.
Practice tips
- Practice dirk out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.