sneaker wave

Questions

What does sneaker wave mean?

A disproportionately large coastal wave that can sometimes appear in a wave train without warning.

How to pronounce sneaker wave

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “sneaker wave”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “sneaker wave”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “sneaker wave” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.