How to Pronounce "squawks"
word
ˈskwɔks
SKWAWKS
skwˈɔːks
sk-WAWKS
Definition
To make a loud, harsh sound like some birds do, or to complain loudly and sharply. Often used for parrots and similar birds.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskwɔks
British English
skwˈɔːks
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKWAWKS
UK
sk-WAWKS
Listen in Context
The parrot squawks when it is hungry.
The bird squawks loudly every morning.
She squawks when she doesn’t get her way.
The radio squawks with static whenever there’s a storm.