How to Pronounce Scathing

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

SCATH-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “scathing”

"scathing" has 2 syllables: scath-ing. It rhymes with sunbathing and bathing, if that helps it stick.

What does scathing mean?

verb

  1. To injure or harm.
  2. To blast; scorch; wither.

adjective

  1. Harshly or bitterly critical; vitriolic
  2. Harmful or painful; acerbic

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Words that rhyme with scathing

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sunbathingbathinglathing

Related words

vituperativecriticalbitterviolentsharpscorchingbarbativevitriolic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scathing"?▾

"Scathing" has 2 syllables: scath · ing.

What does "scathing" mean?▾

Scathing: To injure or harm.

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