How to pronounce squirrelly
Say it like SKWUR-lee. Squirrelly has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKWUR).
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- SKWUR
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Squirrelly 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.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of squirrelly
- American English uses 2 syllables and British English 3.
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SKWIR-uh-lee.
What does squirrelly mean?
- Eccentric.“Mom can act a bit squirrelly sometimes, and I swear it's usually worse after sunset.”
- Unpredictable or jumpy.“"This aircraft seems to be acting a bit squirrelly," the pilot complained uneasily to his copilot.”
- Literally so.“Some of these lemurs seem almost squirrelly.”
Where does squirrelly come from?
From squirrel + -ly, 1925.
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Words that rhyme with squirrelly
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Questions about saying squirrelly
How do you pronounce squirrelly?
Say SKWUR-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈskwɝli/. In British English it is /ˈskwɪrəli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in squirrelly?
Squirrelly has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKWUR). Broken into parts: SKWUR · lee.
Is squirrelly pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 2 syllables and British English 3. The British form is /ˈskwɪrəli/ (SKWIR-uh-lee).