How to Pronounce Skylark

To pronounce "skylark", say SKYLARK — one syllable, IPA /ˈskʌɪ.lɑːk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈskʌɪ.lɑːk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “skylark”

"skylark" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with stark and mark, if that helps it stick.

What does skylark mean?

noun

  1. A small brown passerine bird, Alauda arvensis, that sings as it flies high into the air.

verb

  1. (originally nautical) To jump about joyfully, frolic; to play around, play tricks.

Words that rhyme with skylark

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

starkmarkdarkremarksnarksparkmonarchbarkbenchmarklarkembarkearmark

Related words

larkrompcavortrollickgambolfrolicdisportfrisk

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "skylark"?▾

"Skylark" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "skylark"?▾

The IPA transcription of "skylark" is /ˈskʌɪ.lɑːk/.

What does "skylark" mean?▾

Skylark: A small brown passerine bird, Alauda arvensis, that sings as it flies high into the air.

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