How to Pronounce Squirm

To pronounce "squirm", say SQUIRM — one syllable, IPA /skwɜːm/. 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

/skwɜːm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “squirm”

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

What does squirm mean?

noun

  1. A twisting, snakelike movement of the body.

verb

  1. To twist one's body with snakelike motions.

    “The prisoner managed to squirm out of the straitjacket.”

  2. To twist in discomfort, especially from shame or embarrassment.

    “I recounted the embarrassing story in detail just to watch him squirm.”

Synonyms

fidgetwrigglewrithe

Words that rhyme with squirm

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

affirmfirminfirmconfirmreaffirmtermbermlongtermspermfromfermworm

Related words

wrigglewigglewrithetwistwrestlewormpainsquiggle

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "squirm"?▾

"Squirm" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "squirm"?▾

The IPA transcription of "squirm" is /skwɜːm/.

What does "squirm" mean?▾

Squirm: A twisting, snakelike movement of the body.

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