How Do You Spell SQUIRRELS?

Pronunciation: [skwˈɪɹə͡lz] (IPA)

The word "squirrels" is spelled with two syllables: "skwur-uhlz". The first syllable starts with the "sk" consonant cluster, which is pronounced with a voiceless velar stop and a voiced liquid. The second syllable begins with a stressed "ur" vowel sound pronounced with an open-mid back rounded position. It is followed by a voiced alveolar fricative and a voiced alveolar lateral sound. The final "s" is voiced and pronounced with a hissing sound. Correctly spelling "squirrels" is important for effective communication about these fascinating and furry creatures.

SQUIRRELS Meaning and Definition

1. Squirrels are small to medium-sized mammals that belong to the family Sciuridae, widely known for their bushy tails and agile movements. They are characterized by their unique ability to climb trees and manipulate objects with their dexterous paws. There are numerous species of squirrels, with varying physical appearances and habitats, found in different parts of the world including North and South America, Europe, Asia, and Africa.

   These rodents possess sharp claws and sturdy hind legs that enable them to effortlessly ascend trees and leap between branches. Their bushy tails serve multiple purposes, acting as a counterbalance while maneuvering and providing insulation during colder seasons. Typically, squirrels have excellent eyesight and hearing capabilities that help them locate food sources and detect potential dangers.

   Squirrels are commonly herbivorous, with diets consisting of a wide range of plant-based foods such as nuts, seeds, fruits, and fungi. However, some species may also consume insects, eggs, and even small vertebrates. Their eating habits often involve collecting and storing food in caches to sustain them during periods when resources are scarce.

   These agile creatures play an essential role in forest ecosystems by participating in seed dispersal. Some squirrels, such as the red squirrel, actively contribute to reforestation by forgetting some of their buried food caches, allowing new trees to grow. Additionally, squirrels' abundance and constant foraging activity make them an important prey item for various predators, including birds of prey, snakes, and carnivorous mammals.

   Due to their acrobatic abilities and charming appearance, squirrels are often adored by humans and are a common sight in urban and suburban environments. However, they can also become a nuisance by raiding bird feeders, damaging property, or nesting in attics and chimneys. Nonetheless

Top Common Misspellings for SQUIRRELS *

• squirels 27.2727272%
• squirells 17.4825174%
• squirrles 14.6853146%
• squirrls 9.090909%
• squirles 6.2937062%
• squrrels 6.2937062%
• squirrals 4.1958041%
• squirls 2.7972027%
• suirrels 2.097902%
• squerrels 1.3986013%
• squirrils 1.3986013%
• squerrls 1.3986013%
• squrrals 1.3986013%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for SQUIRRELS

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Etymology of SQUIRRELS

The word "squirrels" has its origin in Middle English, known as "squirels" or "squyrels", which came from the Anglo-Norman "esquirel". This ultimately traced back to the Old French word "escurueil", which was derived from the Late Latin "sciurus" and the Greek "skiouros". The Greek term "skiouros" can be further broken down into "skia" meaning shade, and "oura" meaning tail, referring to the squirrel's bushy tail that provides shade for itself.

Conjugate verb Squirrels

CONDITIONAL

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we would squirrel

you would squirrel

he/she/it would squirrel

they would squirrel

FUTURE

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they will squirrel

FUTURE PERFECT

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PAST

I squirrelled, squirreled

we squirrelled, squirreled

you squirrelled, squirreled

he/she/it squirrelled, squirreled

they squirrelled, squirreled

PAST PERFECT

I had squirrelled, had squirreled

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you had squirrelled, had squirreled

he/she/it had squirrelled, had squirreled

they had squirrelled, had squirreled

PRESENT

I squirrel

we squirrel

you squirrel

he/she/it squirrels

they squirrel

PRESENT PERFECT

I have squirreled, have squirrelled

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they have squirreled, have squirrelled

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