helitack

Questions

What does helitack mean?

A member of a team of wildland firefighters who are transported by helicopter to fight a fire.

Where does helitack come from?

Blend of helicopter + attack.

How to pronounce helitack

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “helitack”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “helitack”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “helitack” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.