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How to pronounce squirrel in English

squirrel

/ˈskwɝː.əl/

say it like SKWUR-ul

noun

Meaning

a small tree animal with a bushy tail

Tip

The "ir" is not an "e": pull your tongue back without touching the roof of your mouth.

Examples

  • A squirrel ran up the tree.

  • She squirreled away some money.

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