How to Pronounce Scantiness

To pronounce "scantiness", say SCANT-in-ess — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

SCANT-in-ess

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💡 Tip for remembering “scantiness”

"scantiness" has 3 syllables: scant-in-ess.

What does scantiness mean?

noun

  1. The quality of being scanty.
  2. The result or product of being scanty.

Synonyms

dearthmeagernessscarcity

Related words

scantnessexiguitymeagernessmeagrenesspoornessscantitysparsenessexiguousness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scantiness"?▾

"Scantiness" has 3 syllables: scant · in · ess.

What does "scantiness" mean?▾

Scantiness: The quality of being scanty.

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