How to Pronounce Squiggle

To pronounce "squiggle", say SQUIGGL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈskwɪɡl̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈskwɪɡl̩/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “squiggle”

"squiggle" has 2 syllables: squiggl-e. It rhymes with giggle and wriggle, if that helps it stick.

What does squiggle mean?

noun

  1. A short twisting or wiggling line or mark
  2. The tilde

verb

  1. To wriggle or squirm
  2. To make a squiggle

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Words that rhyme with squiggle

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gigglewrigglewigglejiggledigglefigeligelquigglerigglesigelsiglstigall

Related words

curlicuesquigglerscrigglewigglingwigglewagglewrigglersquidge

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "squiggle"?▾

"Squiggle" has 2 syllables: squiggl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "squiggle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "squiggle" is /ˈskwɪɡl̩/.

What does "squiggle" mean?▾

Squiggle: A short twisting or wiggling line or mark

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