How to pronounce skua
Say it like SKYOO-uh. Skua has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKYOO).
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- SKYOO
- uh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Skua pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKYOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of skua
American and British speakers say skua in essentially the same way: /ˈskjuə/ in the US and /ˈskjuːə/ in the UK.
British respelling: SKYOO-uh.
What does skua mean?
- Any of various predatory seabirds of the genus Stercorarius that often chase other seabirds to steal their catches.
- To steal, or borrow without permission.
Where does skua come from?
From Faroese skúgvur (“Great Skua”), from Old Norse skúfr, of unknown origin.
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Questions about saying skua
How do you pronounce skua?
Say SKYOO-uh. The American pronunciation is /ˈskjuə/. In British English it is /ˈskjuːə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in skua?
Skua has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKYOO). Broken into parts: SKYOO · uh.
Do Americans and Brits say skua the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈskjuə/ and the British form is /ˈskjuːə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.