How to Pronounce Scalped

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

SCALP-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “scalped”

"scalped" has 2 syllables: scalp-ed. It rhymes with palped, if that helps it stick.

What does scalped mean?

verb

  1. To remove the scalp (part of the head from where the hair grows), by brutal act or accident.
  2. To resell, especially tickets, usually for an inflated price, often illegally.

    “Tickets were being scalped for $300.”

adjective

  1. (in combination) Having some specific type of scalp

Synonyms

resellsieve

Words that rhyme with scalped

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

palped

Related words

skulledforeheadedscalpriformscalpelliformeyelashedlippedchinnedtrunked

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scalped"?▾

"Scalped" has 2 syllables: scalp · ed.

What does "scalped" mean?▾

Scalped: To remove the scalp (part of the head from where the hair grows), by brutal act or accident.

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