How to Pronounce Scowl

To pronounce "scowl", say SCOWL — one syllable, IPA /skaʊl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/skaʊl/

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💡 Tip for remembering “scowl”

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

What does scowl mean?

noun

  1. The wrinkling of the brows or face in frowning; the expression of displeasure, sullenness, or discontent in the countenance; an angry frown.
  2. (by extension) Gloom; dark or threatening aspect.

verb

  1. To wrinkle the brows, as in frowning or displeasure; to put on a frowning look; to look sour, sullen, severe, or angry.
  2. (by extension) To look gloomy, dark, or threatening; to lower.

Words that rhyme with scowl

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

howlfoulgrowlprowlfowlcowlcrowlowljowlsoulewaterfowlpeafowl

Related words

frownglowerlourgrimacegrimacingsmirksneerwincing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scowl"?▾

"Scowl" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "scowl"?▾

The IPA transcription of "scowl" is /skaʊl/.

What does "scowl" mean?▾

Scowl: The wrinkling of the brows or face in frowning; the expression of displeasure, sullenness, or discontent in the countenance; an angry frown.

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