How to Pronounce Scrimshaw

To pronounce "scrimshaw", say SCRIMSH-aw — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈskɹɪmʃɔː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈskɹɪmʃɔː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “scrimshaw”

"scrimshaw" has 2 syllables: scrimsh-aw. It rhymes with guffaw and draw, if that helps it stick.

What does scrimshaw mean?

noun

  1. The manufacture of handicrafts by sailors on long voyages, especially as whittled from wood or bone.
  2. An item produced by scrimshaw.

verb

  1. To make an item of scrimshaw.
  2. To engrave fanciful designs on (shells, whales' teeth, etc.).

Words that rhyme with scrimshaw

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

guffawdrawwithdrawrawflawclawchutzpahlawpawblahjawgnaw

Related words

scrimshanderskrimshankskrimshanderscrimscrawmscrambscratscrimshank

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scrimshaw"?▾

"Scrimshaw" has 2 syllables: scrimsh · aw.

What is the IPA transcription of "scrimshaw"?▾

The IPA transcription of "scrimshaw" is /ˈskɹɪmʃɔː/.

What does "scrimshaw" mean?▾

Scrimshaw: The manufacture of handicrafts by sailors on long voyages, especially as whittled from wood or bone.

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