How to Pronounce Scallywags

To pronounce "scallywags", say SCALLYW-ags — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

SCALLYW-ags

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💡 Tip for remembering “scallywags”

"scallywags" has 2 syllables: scallyw-ags.

What does scallywags mean?

noun

  1. A disreputable fellow, a good-for-nothing, a scapegrace, a blackguard
  2. A badly behaved person, especially a child; a mischief-maker; a rascal

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scallywags"?▾

"Scallywags" has 2 syllables: scallyw · ags.

What does "scallywags" mean?▾

Scallywags: A disreputable fellow, a good-for-nothing, a scapegrace, a blackguard

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