How to Pronounce "skirmishes"
word
SKUR-mish-iz
SKUR-mish-iz
Definition
Short and unplanned fights or battles, usually between small groups, or minor disputes or arguments.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskɝmɪʃɪz
British English
skˈɜːmɪʃɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKUR-mish-iz
UK
SKUR-mish-iz
Listen in Context
There were several skirmishes along the border last night.
The two teams had a few skirmishes before the match was stopped.
Political skirmishes happen almost every day in the parliament.
There have been a few minor skirmishes between coworkers about the new schedule.