Is skipping a short vowel sound?

No, skipping is not a short vowel sound. It is a diphthong, which is a combination of two vowel sounds within a single syllable.

Here's why:

* Short vowel sounds are single, distinct sounds like the "a" in "cat" or the "i" in "pin".

* Skipping has the vowel sound "i" followed by the vowel sound "ɪ", creating a gliding effect. This combined sound is what makes it a diphthong.

Think of it like this: you start with the "i" sound in "see" and then slide down to the "ɪ" sound in "bit".

So, while skipping involves a vowel sound, it's not a short vowel but a diphthong.