How to Pronounce Scarab

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

SCAR-ab

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💡 Tip for remembering “scarab”

"scarab" has 2 syllables: scar-ab. It rhymes with arab and carib, if that helps it stick.

What does scarab mean?

noun

  1. A beetle of the species Scarabaeus sacer, sacred to the ancient Egyptians.
  2. Any species of beetle belonging to the family Scarabaeidae.

Synonyms

June bugcockchaferdung beetle

Words that rhyme with scarab

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

arabcaribmaghrebmaghrib

Related words

scarabaeusbeetlecorneliancarnelianscarabidscarabaeoidscarabaeiform

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scarab"?▾

"Scarab" has 2 syllables: scar · ab.

What does "scarab" mean?▾

Scarab: A beetle of the species Scarabaeus sacer, sacred to the ancient Egyptians.

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