How to Pronounce Scoffs

To pronounce "scoffs", say SCOFFS — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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SCOFFS

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💡 Tip for remembering “scoffs”

"scoffs" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with coughs and knockoffs, if that helps it stick.

What does scoffs mean?

noun

  1. Derision; ridicule; a derisive or mocking expression of scorn, contempt, or reproach.
  2. An object of scorn, mockery, or derision.

verb

  1. To jeer; to laugh with contempt and derision.
  2. To mock; to treat with scorn.

noun

  1. Food.
  2. The act of eating.

Synonyms

derisionridiculesneercontemnderide

Words that rhyme with scoffs

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

coughsknockoffscastoffsoffscutoffsplayoffstroughspayoffsdoffsquaffsstandoffstoffs

Related words

jeerjeeringmockeryfloutbarrackgibealwayssneers

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scoffs"?▾

"Scoffs" has one syllable.

What does "scoffs" mean?▾

Scoffs: Derision; ridicule; a derisive or mocking expression of scorn, contempt, or reproach.

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