How to Pronounce Askew

To pronounce "askew", say ASK-ew — 2 syllables, IPA /əˈskjuː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/əˈskjuː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “askew”

"askew" has 2 syllables: ask-ew. It rhymes with blue and slew, if that helps it stick.

What does askew mean?

adjective

  1. Turned or twisted to one side.
  2. Untoward, unfavourable.

adverb

  1. Tilted to one side.

    “He wore his hat askew”

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Words that rhyme with askew

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

blueslewsubduepursuetrueviewconstruehithertoeschewpurviewimbuecoo

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "askew"?▾

"Askew" has 2 syllables: ask · ew.

What is the IPA transcription of "askew"?▾

The IPA transcription of "askew" is /əˈskjuː/.

What does "askew" mean?▾

Askew: Turned or twisted to one side.

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