How to pronounce squirty
Say it like SKWUR-tee. Squirty has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKWUR).
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- SKWUR
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Squirty 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.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of squirty
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: SKWUR-tee.
What does squirty mean?
- That operates by squirting.
- Reminiscent of squirting (especially of sound)
Where does squirty come from?
From squirt + -y.
Words that rhyme with squirty
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of squirty.
Questions about saying squirty
How do you pronounce squirty?
Say SKWUR-tee. The American pronunciation is /ˈskwɝti/. In British English it is /ˈskwɜːti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in squirty?
Squirty has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKWUR). Broken into parts: SKWUR · tee.
Is squirty 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 /ˈskwɜːti/ (SKWUR-tee).