How to Pronounce Scribble

To pronounce "scribble", say SCRIBBL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈskɹɪbəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈskɹɪbəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “scribble”

"scribble" has 2 syllables: scribbl-e. It rhymes with dribble and nibble, if that helps it stick.

What does scribble mean?

noun

  1. Careless, hasty writing, doodle or drawing

verb

  1. To write or draw carelessly and in a hurry
  2. To doodle

Synonyms

scrawl

Words that rhyme with scribble

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dribblenibblequibbledibbletriblesybildibollgibblegribblehyblkibbelkibble

Related words

scrawlcacographyscrabblescratchwrittenfreeformbescribblescriggle

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scribble"?▾

"Scribble" has 2 syllables: scribbl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "scribble"?▾

The IPA transcription of "scribble" is /ˈskɹɪbəl/.

What does "scribble" mean?▾

Scribble: Careless, hasty writing, doodle or drawing

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