How to Pronounce "skirmishers"
word
ˈskɝːmɪʃɚz
SKUR-mish-erz
skˈɜːmɪʃəz
SKUR-mish-uhz
Definition
'Skirmishers' are soldiers who fight ahead of the main army, often moving fast and attacking in small groups before larger battles. They are used to confuse or weaken the enemy.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskɝːmɪʃɚz
British English
skˈɜːmɪʃəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKUR-mish-erz
UK
SKUR-mish-uhz
Listen in Context
The skirmishers moved quickly across the field.
The commander sent the skirmishers ahead to scout for danger.
During the battle, the skirmishers attacked first.
The general relied on his skirmishers to disrupt the enemy lines before the main assault.