How to Pronounce "squander"
word
ˈskwɑndɝ
SKWAN-der
skwˈɒndɐ
skwon-DUH
Definition
To waste something, especially money, time, or resources, in a careless or foolish way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskwɑndɝ
British English
skwˈɒndɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKWAN-der
UK
skwon-DUH
Listen in Context
Don't squander your money on things you don't need.
He squandered his chance to study abroad.
It's easy to squander time on social media.
If you squander this opportunity, you might not get another one.