How to Pronounce Squawk

To pronounce "squawk", say SQUAWK — one syllable, IPA /skwɔːk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

6

Letters

/skwɔːk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “squawk”

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

What does squawk mean?

noun

  1. A shrill noise, especially made by a voice or bird; a yell, scream, or call.
  2. A four-digit transponder code used by aircraft for identification or transmission of emergency signals.

verb

  1. To make a squawking noise; to yell, scream, or call out shrilly.
  2. To speak out; to protest.

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Words that rhyme with squawk

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gawkstockcockstalkshockblockmockbaulkknockhawkflockhock

Related words

screakscreechhollergripekickbellyachebitchbeef

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "squawk"?▾

"Squawk" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "squawk"?▾

The IPA transcription of "squawk" is /skwɔːk/.

What does "squawk" mean?▾

Squawk: A shrill noise, especially made by a voice or bird; a yell, scream, or call.

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