How to pronounce squirmish
Say it like SKWUR-mish. Squirmish has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKWUR).
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- SKWUR
- mish
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Squirmish pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKWURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- mishKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of squirmish
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SKWUR-mish.
What does squirmish mean?
- showing signs of restlessness resulting from feelings of discomfort or distress.
- A skirmish.
- To squirmingly skirmish.
Where does squirmish come from?
From squirm + -ish.
Words that rhyme with squirmish
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of squirmish.
Questions about saying squirmish
How do you pronounce squirmish?
Say SKWUR-mish. The American pronunciation is /ˈskwɝmɪʃ/. In British English it is /ˈskwɜːmɪʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in squirmish?
Squirmish has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKWUR). Broken into parts: SKWUR · mish.
Is squirmish pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈskwɜːmɪʃ/ (SKWUR-mish).