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UK/["/skɪp/","/skɪps/","/skɪpt/","/ˈskɪpɪŋ/"]/US/["/skɪp/","/skɪps/","/skɪpt/","/ˈskɪpɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Skip

In simple words: To not do something or to leave it out.

Skip in a sentence

  • She decided to skip the meeting because she was feeling unwell.
  • He tends to skip breakfast every morning.
  • The child loves to skip along the pathway in the park.
  • You can skip the introduction and go straight to the main content.
  • During the song, the record started to skip, creating a repetitive scratchy sound.
  • He managed to skip over several difficult questions in the test.

How to use Skip

Use 'skip' when deciding to not participate in an activity. It's appropriate in casual conversations, but can be seen as disrespectful if skipping a serious obligation.

Grammar pattern

skip + object

Memory hint

Think of skipping stones across water, leaving each stone behind.

Related words

Collocations with Skip

Synonyms for Skip

Opposites of Skip

Common mistakes with Skip

  • Using 'skip' with an object in the wrong tense (ex: 'skipped' instead of 'skip')
  • Confusing 'skip' with 'jump'
  • Omitting the object when it is necessary (ex: saying 'I will skip' instead of 'I will skip the meeting')

Compare Skip with Miss, Pass

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Frequently asked questions about Skip

What does Skip mean?

To not do something or to leave it out.

What is the definition of Skip?

to move forwards lightly and quickly making a little jump with each step

How do you use Skip in a sentence?

She decided to skip the meeting because she was feeling unwell.

Can you give another example of Skip?

He tends to skip breakfast every morning.

What are synonyms for Skip?

Common alternatives include omit, miss, pass, leave out, bypass.

What is the opposite of Skip?

Opposite meanings include attend, join, participate.

What words go with Skip?

It commonly pairs with lightly, nimbly, happily, down, up, to, somebody’s heart skips a beat.

What are common mistakes when using Skip?

Using 'skip' with an object in the wrong tense (ex: 'skipped' instead of 'skip') Confusing 'skip' with 'jump' Omitting the object when it is necessary (ex: saying 'I will skip' instead of 'I will skip the meeting')

How do you pronounce Skip?

US: /["/skɪp/","/skɪps/","/skɪpt/","/ˈskɪpɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/skɪp/","/skɪps/","/skɪpt/","/ˈskɪpɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Skip?

Use 'skip' when deciding to not participate in an activity. It's appropriate in casual conversations, but can be seen as disrespectful if skipping a serious obligation.

What CEFR level is Skip?

"Skip" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.