How to Pronounce Skewback

To pronounce "skewback", say SKEWB-ack — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

SKEWB-ack

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💡 Tip for remembering “skewback”

"skewback" has 2 syllables: skewb-ack. It rhymes with cherubic and cubic, if that helps it stick.

What does skewback mean?

noun

  1. The side of an arch; the course of masonry on the top of an abutment with a slope for the base of the arch to rest against.

Words that rhyme with skewback

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cherubiccubicnubuckpubicdubuchrubikjakubikkubickubickkubikrubiksubic

Related words

skewskewerskeweringscarcementskeelingskegscawskiver

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "skewback"?▾

"Skewback" has 2 syllables: skewb · ack.

What does "skewback" mean?▾

Skewback: The side of an arch; the course of masonry on the top of an abutment with a slope for the base of the arch to rest against.

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