How to Pronounce Squinted

To pronounce "squinted", say SQUINT-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

8

Letters

SQUINT-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “squinted”

"squinted" has 2 syllables: squint-ed. It rhymes with affronted and grunted, if that helps it stick.

What does squinted mean?

verb

  1. To look with the eyes partly closed, as in bright sunlight, or as a threatening expression.

    “The children squinted to frighten each other.”

  2. To look or glance sideways.

Synonyms

skelly

Words that rhyme with squinted

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

affrontedgruntedconfrontedbluntedstuntedhuntedshuntedstintedfrontedpuntedglintedsplinted

Related words

asquintsquint-eyedaskancestrabismusaskantsidelongindirectsquinch

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "squinted"?▾

"Squinted" has 2 syllables: squint · ed.

What does "squinted" mean?▾

Squinted: To look with the eyes partly closed, as in bright sunlight, or as a threatening expression.

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