How to Pronounce Skimmed

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

SKIMM-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “skimmed”

"skimmed" has 2 syllables: skimm-ed. It rhymes with limned and brimmed, if that helps it stick.

What does skimmed mean?

verb

  1. To pass lightly; to glide along in an even, smooth course; to glide along near the surface.
  2. To pass near the surface of; to brush the surface of; to glide swiftly along the surface of.

Words that rhyme with skimmed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

limnedbrimmedlimbeddimmedrimmedhymnedslimmedtrimmedshimmed

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "skimmed"?▾

"Skimmed" has 2 syllables: skimm · ed.

What does "skimmed" mean?▾

Skimmed: To pass lightly; to glide along in an even, smooth course; to glide along near the surface.

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