How to Pronounce Skulking

To pronounce "skulking", say SKULK-ing — 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

SKULK-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “skulking”

"skulking" has 2 syllables: skulk-ing. It rhymes with sulking and hulking, if that helps it stick.

What does skulking mean?

verb

  1. To stay where one cannot be seen, conceal oneself (often in a cowardly way or with the intent of doing harm).
  2. To move in a stealthy or furtive way; to come or go while trying to avoid detection.

noun

  1. The action of one who skulks.

Synonyms

hideshirksneaksteal

Words that rhyme with skulking

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

sulkinghulkingbulkingsilking

Related words

lurkingsneaksurreptitioussneakyfurtivestealthyconcealedmalingering

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "skulking"?▾

"Skulking" has 2 syllables: skulk · ing.

What does "skulking" mean?▾

Skulking: To stay where one cannot be seen, conceal oneself (often in a cowardly way or with the intent of doing harm).

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