English Word · Intermediate
flake
Dogfish
Pronunciation: /fleɪk/
Meaning
A type of fish, typically gummy shark, commonly used in fish and chips in Australia and New Zealand.
Example
Susan said, ‘Get me a piece of flake and a serve of chips.’
Susan said, ‘Get me a piece of flake and a serve of chips.’
Practice tips
- Practice flake 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 intermediate-level learners.