How to Pronounce Skewer

To pronounce "skewer", say SKEW-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈskjuːə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈskjuːə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “skewer”

"skewer" has 2 syllables: skew-er. It rhymes with rescuer and wooer, if that helps it stick.

What does skewer mean?

noun

  1. A long pin, normally made of metal or wood, used to secure food during cooking.
  2. Food served on a skewer

verb

  1. To impale on a skewer.
  2. To attack a piece which has a less valuable piece behind it.

Words that rhyme with skewer

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

rescuerwooerviewerwrongdoerdewarevildoerfluorpursuersewerbluerchewershoer

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "skewer"?▾

"Skewer" has 2 syllables: skew · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "skewer"?▾

The IPA transcription of "skewer" is /ˈskjuːə/.

What does "skewer" mean?▾

Skewer: A long pin, normally made of metal or wood, used to secure food during cooking.

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