How to pronounce squonk
Say it like SKWONGK. Squonk is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- SKWONGK
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Squonk pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKWONGKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of squonk
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: SKWONGK.
What does squonk mean?
- To produce a raucous noise like a squawk or honk.
- A raucous noise like a squawk or honk.
- A mythical creature, said to inhabit Pennsylvanian forests, where it hides from view for being ashamed of its own appearance, and to dissolve into a pool of tears if captured.
Where does squonk come from?
Onomatopoeic; compare squawk, honk.
Words that rhyme with squonk
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of squonk.
Questions about saying squonk
How do you pronounce squonk?
Say SKWONGK. The American pronunciation is /skwɑŋk/. In British English it is /skwɒŋk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in squonk?
Squonk is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: SKWONGK.
Is squonk pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /skwɒŋk/ (SKWONGK).