How Do You Spell SQUALL?

Pronunciation: [skwˈɒl] (IPA)

The word "squall" is spelled with a Q, even though the sound begins with an S. This is because the Q is followed by a U, which changes the sound of the letter. The IPA phonetic transcription for "squall" is /skwɔl/, where the "sk" sound represents the S sound followed by the K sound, and the "w" represents the U sound. The final L is sounded as a separate syllable, creating a two-syllable word.

SQUALL Meaning and Definition

  1. A squall refers to a sudden, violent, and often brief burst of wind, typically accompanying or immediately following a heavy rainfall. It is characterized by a strong gust of wind that can arise swiftly and unexpectedly, causing a temporary disruption in weather conditions. Squalls are commonly encountered in severe thunderstorms, especially during the warm months of the year. These intense gusts of wind are typically localized phenomena, occurring over a relatively small area, rather than spanning a wide region.

    Squalls are known for their rapid onset and can catch individuals off guard due to their sudden nature. The wind speed during a squall can vary significantly, ranging from moderate to extremely strong, sometimes exceeding hurricane strength. As they typically bring heavy rainfall, squalls may also be accompanied by thunder and lightning, enhancing the overall intensity of the weather event.

    The term "squall" is derived from the Old Norse word "skvala," meaning to squeal or cry out. This etymology reflects the noisy, vigorous nature of squalls as they sweep through an area, often with a tumultuous sound. Sailors, in particular, have historically been familiar with squalls and their potential hazards since they can quickly generate rough seas, posing a threat to small watercraft. Additionally, squalls can also have an impact on aviation, as the sudden gusts can create hazardous conditions during takeoffs and landings.

  2. • To cry out; to scream.
    • A loud scream or cry.
    • A sudden storm of wind and rain.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for SQUALL

Etymology of SQUALL

The word "squall" originated from the Middle English word "squale", which in turn came from the Old Norse word "skvala". Both these terms refer to a sudden gust of wind or a sudden violent storm. The Old Norse word "skvala" eventually gave rise to the Middle Low German word "squall", which later entered English with the same meaning.

Similar spelling words for SQUALL

Plural form of SQUALL is SQUALLS

Conjugate verb Squall

CONDITIONAL

I would squall
you would squall
he/she/it would squall
we would squall
they would squall

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be squalling
you would be squalling
he/she/it would be squalling
we would be squalling
they would be squalling

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have squall
you would have squall
he/she/it would have squall
we would have squall
they would have squall

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been squalling
you would have been squalling
he/she/it would have been squalling
we would have been squalling
they would have been squalling

FUTURE

I will squall
you will squall
he/she/it will squall
we will squall
they will squall

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be squalling
you will be squalling
he/she/it will be squalling
we will be squalling
they will be squalling

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have squalled
you will have squalled
he/she/it will have squalled
we will have squalled
they will have squalled

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been squalling
you will have been squalling
he/she/it will have been squalling
we will have been squalling
they will have been squalling

IMPERATIVE

you squall
we let´s squall

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to squall

PAST

I squalled
you squalled
he/she/it squalled
we squalled
they squalled

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was squalling
you were squalling
he/she/it was squalling
we were squalling
they were squalling

PAST PARTICIPLE

squalled

PAST PERFECT

I had squalled
you had squalled
he/she/it had squalled
we had squalled
they had squalled

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been squalling
you had been squalling
he/she/it had been squalling
we had been squalling
they had been squalling

PRESENT

I squall
you squall
he/she/it squalls
we squall
they squall

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am squalling
you are squalling
he/she/it is squalling
we are squalling
they are squalling

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

squalling

PRESENT PERFECT

I have squalled
you have squalled
he/she/it has squalled
we have squalled
they have squalled

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been squalling
you have been squalling
he/she/it has been squalling
we have been squalling
they have been squalling
I would have squalled
we would have squalled
you would have squalled
he/she/it would have squalled
they would have squalled

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