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Skip

skɪp
Very common
~ 1800
~ 1800, Very common
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
To move lightly and quickly by hopping on one foot or by taking short steps, To omit or disregard something, to not do something that is usually done, To move past or around something quickly or without paying attention to it, To jump over a rope that is being swung under one's feet and over one's head

Skip - Meanings

To move lightly and quickly by hopping on one foot or by taking short steps

Example: The children skipped down the street holding hands.
Usage: informalContext: playful or casual situations
Note: Commonly used to describe a playful or carefree movement.

To omit or disregard something, to not do something that is usually done

Example: I usually eat breakfast, but I'll skip it today.
Usage: informalContext: everyday conversations
Note: Often used when talking about skipping meals, classes, or steps in a process.

To move past or around something quickly or without paying attention to it

Example: He skipped over the boring parts of the book to get to the exciting ending.
Usage: informalContext: discussing reading or viewing content
Note: Used when talking about skimming or not fully engaging with content.

To jump over a rope that is being swung under one's feet and over one's head

Example: She skipped rope for exercise in the park.
Usage: informalContext: describing physical activity
Note: Commonly used to describe a form of exercise or play with a jump rope.

Skip's synonyms

miss

To miss something means to fail to attend, catch, or notice something.
Example: I accidentally missed the first few minutes of the movie.
Note: While 'skip' implies a deliberate choice to not do something, 'miss' suggests an unintentional or accidental omission.

omit

To omit something means to leave out or exclude it.
Example: Please do not omit any important details from your report.
Note: Unlike 'skip,' which often implies a choice to not do something, 'omit' specifically refers to leaving something out intentionally.

bypass

To bypass means to avoid or go around something.
Example: We decided to bypass the busy city streets and take a scenic route instead.
Note: While 'skip' can imply simply not doing something, 'bypass' specifically suggests finding an alternative route or method.

neglect

To neglect means to fail to care for or pay attention to something.
Example: She neglected to water the plants while she was away.
Note: Unlike 'skip,' which often refers to not participating in an activity, 'neglect' implies a lack of proper attention or care.

Skip expressions, common phrases

Skip school

To intentionally not attend school without permission.
Example: She decided to skip school and go to the beach with her friends.
Note: The original word 'skip' means to move lightly and quickly, whereas 'skip school' means to intentionally not attend school.

Skip a beat

To momentarily stop or miss a heartbeat due to surprise, excitement, or fear.
Example: His heart skipped a beat when he saw her walking towards him.
Note: This phrase uses 'skip' metaphorically to describe a physical sensation, unlike the original word.

Skip rope

To jump over a rope swung under the feet and over the head in a rhythmic pattern.
Example: The children were skipping rope in the playground.
Note: While 'skip' means to move lightly and quickly, 'skip rope' refers to a specific physical activity.

Skip a meal

To intentionally not eat a meal, usually due to lack of time or as a dieting strategy.
Example: I often skip breakfast when I'm in a rush in the morning.
Note: In this context, 'skip' refers to intentionally avoiding something rather than moving lightly and quickly.

Skip town

To leave a place suddenly and secretly to avoid trouble or responsibilities.
Example: The suspect decided to skip town before the authorities could catch him.
Note: This phrase uses 'skip' figuratively to mean leaving a place quickly, unlike the original word.

Skip the line

To avoid waiting in a queue or line by receiving special privileges or access.
Example: VIP guests can skip the line and enter the venue directly.
Note: Here, 'skip' means to bypass or avoid, different from its original meaning of moving lightly and quickly.

Skip a stone

To make a flat stone bounce or glide across the surface of water multiple times.
Example: He showed off his skill by skipping a stone across the lake's surface.
Note: 'Skip a stone' refers to a specific action involving a stone on water, unlike the general movement of 'skip'.

Skip everyday (slang) expressions

Skipper

In informal terms, a skipper refers to the person in charge or the leader of a group or activity.
Example: Hey, do you want to be the skipper for our boat trip?
Note: While 'skip' generally means to omit or pass over something, 'skipper' refers to a position of leadership or authority.

Skip out

To skip out means to leave or depart hastily, especially when one should be present or accountable.
Example: They decided to skip out on the meeting and go for lunch instead.
Note: In contrast to simply skipping something, 'skipping out' implies a sense of sneaking away or avoiding a responsibility.

Skip it

An informal way of suggesting to avoid discussing or dealing with a particular topic or matter.
Example: I don't want to talk about that, let's just skip it.
Note: Unlike 'skip', which implies physically passing over something, 'skip it' is more about dismissing or disregarding a subject entirely.

Skip the small talk

To decide not to engage in trivial or casual conversation and instead focus on more important or relevant matters.
Example: Let's skip the small talk and get straight to the point.
Note: While 'skip' itself doesn't inherently involve conversation, 'skip the small talk' specifically pertains to avoiding certain types of verbal exchanges.

Skipperoo

A playful or casual way of suggesting a change in plans or rescheduling an event.
Example: I'm not feeling well; can we do the skipperoo and reschedule the meeting?
Note: The suffix '-roo' is added to 'skip' in 'skipperoo' for informal and lighthearted purposes, indicating a slight alteration or adjustment to an original plan.

Skip - Examples

Skip the first chapter, it's not important.
I always skip breakfast because I'm not hungry in the morning.
She will skip the meeting because she has a doctor's appointment.

Skip grammar

Skip - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: skip
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): skips
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): skip
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): skipped
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): skipping
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): skips
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): skip
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): skip
Syllables, Separation and Stress
skip Contains 1 syllables: skip
Phonetic transcription: ˈskip
skip , ˈskip (The red syllable is stressed)

Skip - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
skip: ~ 1800 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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