Pronunciation: [dɹˈaŋk] (IPA) 
The word "drank" is spelled with the letters D-R-A-N-K. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is written as /dræŋk/. The "d" represents the voiced dental plosive, the "r" denotes the alveolar approximant, the "a" is pronounced as the short vowel sound /æ/, and the "n" represents the alveolar nasal consonant. The final "k" indicates the voiceless velar plosive. Overall, the spelling of "drank" closely matches its phonetic pronunciation.
Drank is the past tense and past participle form of the verb "drink." It is a term used to describe the consumption of a liquid, typically by ingesting it through the mouth. To drink is a fundamental human action carried out for various purposes, such as quenching thirst, nourishing the body, or socializing.
Drank refers to the act of taking in and swallowing a liquid substance, usually non-solid and non-gaseous, such as water, milk, juice, tea, or alcohol. The verb "to drink" primarily involves the voluntary action of lifting a container, such as a glass or cup, to one's lips and allowing the liquid to enter the mouth. Once in the mouth, the drinker typically swallows it, sending it down into the digestive system.
Drank is also commonly used as a noun to refer to the liquid that has been consumed. For example, one might say, "I took a sip of my refreshing drank."
The word "drank" is known worldwide and has cultural significance in various contexts. It can symbolize social gatherings, celebrations, relaxation, hydration, pleasure, and even addiction. The term is versatile and can encompass a broad range of beverages and consumption habits, making it an integral part of human daily life.
See drink.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "drank" is the past tense of the verb "drink". The etymology of "drink" can be traced back to the Old English word "drincan", which has Germanic roots. The Germanic word is believed to derive from the Proto-Indo-European root *dʰrenǵ-, meaning "to draw into the mouth" or "to swallow". The word has undergone various phonetic changes over time to become "drink" in Modern English and "drank" for its past tense form.
