How to pronounce squawk
Say it like SKWAWK. Squawk is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
- SKWAWK
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Squawk pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKWAWKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of squawk
American and British speakers say squawk in essentially the same way: /skwɔk/ in the US and /skwɔːk/ in the UK.
British respelling: SKWAWK.
What does squawk mean?
- To make a squawking noise; to yell, scream, or call out shrilly.
- To speak out; to protest.
- To report an infraction; to rat on or tattle; to disclose a secret.
- A shrill noise, especially made by a voice or bird. If made by a bird, it typically signals discomfort or anger; a yell, scream, or call.
- A four-digit transponder code used by aircraft for identification or transmission of emergency signals.
- A complaint or objection.
Where does squawk come from?
First attested in 1821.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with squawk
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of squawk.
Questions about saying squawk
How do you pronounce squawk?
Say SKWAWK. The American pronunciation is /skwɔk/. In British English it is /skwɔːk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in squawk?
Squawk is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: SKWAWK.
Do Americans and Brits say squawk the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /skwɔk/ and the British form is /skwɔːk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.