How to Pronounce Scrappy

To pronounce "scrappy", say SCRAPPY — one syllable, IPA /ˈskɹæpi/. 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

/ˈskɹæpi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “scrappy”

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

What does scrappy mean?

adjective

  1. Consisting of scraps; fragmentary; lacking unity or consistency.

    “That was a scrappy lecture.”

  2. Having an aggressive spirit; inclined to fight or strive.

    “He's a scrappy dog and will charge at you if you taunt him.”

Synonyms

feistypugnaciousdisconnected

Words that rhyme with scrappy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

happysappyunhappysnappynappyslaphappyhappipappychappychappiestrappyflappy

Related words

aggressivecombativefragmentaryscrabblyscatterycatchyshreddypromiscuous

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scrappy"?▾

"Scrappy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "scrappy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "scrappy" is /ˈskɹæpi/.

What does "scrappy" mean?▾

Scrappy: Consisting of scraps; fragmentary; lacking unity or consistency.

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