How to Pronounce Scaffolding

To pronounce "scaffolding", say SCAFF-old-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

SCAFF-old-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “scaffolding”

"scaffolding" has 3 syllables: scaff-old-ing.

What does scaffolding mean?

verb

  1. To set up a scaffolding; to surround a building with scaffolding.
  2. To sustain; to provide support for.

noun

  1. A temporary modular system of tubes (or formerly wood) forming a framework used to support people and material in the construction or repair of buildings and other large structures.
  2. Source code etc. that is incomplete and serves as a basis for further development.

Related words

shelfcanopytentstudiotowerconstructstandstaging

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scaffolding"?▾

"Scaffolding" has 3 syllables: scaff · old · ing.

What does "scaffolding" mean?▾

Scaffolding: To set up a scaffolding; to surround a building with scaffolding.

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