How to pronounce fsck
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fsck is most commonly pronounced "eff ess see kay" (/ˌɛf ɛs siː ˈkeɪ/). This is one of several readings in active use; the developer community hasn't converged on a single answer.
Filesystem check; spelled out, or the infamous "F-suck" joke.
Alternate readings you might hear:
- "fsuck"
/fsʌk/
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How do you pronounce fsck?
fsck is pronounced "eff ess see kay" (/ˌɛf ɛs siː ˈkeɪ/). Filesystem check; spelled out, or the infamous "F-suck" joke.
What is the IPA for fsck?
The IPA for fsck is /ˌɛf ɛs siː ˈkeɪ/, respelled "eff ess see kay".
Is fsck sometimes pronounced "fsuck"?
Yes — "fsuck" (/fsʌk/) is one of the alternate readings of fsck in active use.
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