How to Pronounce Scarify

To pronounce "scarify", say SCAR-ify — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈskæ.ɹɪˌfaɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈskæ.ɹɪˌfaɪ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “scarify”

"scarify" has 2 syllables: scar-ify.

What does scarify mean?

verb

  1. To remove thatch (build-up of organic matter on the soil) from a lawn, to dethatch.
  2. To make scratches or cuts on.

    “A combing tool is used to scarify, cross-scratch, or score the surface of a scratch coat or undercoat of plaster.”

Related words

dethatchunthatchshreddesecatestripunturfscythedestratify

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scarify"?▾

"Scarify" has 2 syllables: scar · ify.

What is the IPA transcription of "scarify"?▾

The IPA transcription of "scarify" is /ˈskæ.ɹɪˌfaɪ/.

What does "scarify" mean?▾

Scarify: To remove thatch (build-up of organic matter on the soil) from a lawn, to dethatch.

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