How to Pronounce "skim over"
expression
ˈskɪm/ /ˈoʊvɝ
SKIM OH-vur
skˈɪm/ /ˈəʊvɐ
skim OH-vuh
Definition
To read or look at something very quickly, paying little attention to details. It can also mean to treat or discuss a topic superficially, without going deep.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskɪm/ /ˈoʊvɝ
British English
skˈɪm/ /ˈəʊvɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKIM OH-vur
UK
skim OH-vuh
Listen in Context
I only skimmed over the email before deleting it.
The teacher skimmed over the main points in class.
She skimmed over the article to find the date.
Sometimes I just skim over the news headlines in the morning.