How to Pronounce Scrupling

To pronounce "scrupling", say SCRUPL-ing — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

SCRUPL-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “scrupling”

"scrupling" has 2 syllables: scrupl-ing. It rhymes with coupling and decoupling, if that helps it stick.

What does scrupling mean?

verb

  1. To hesitate or be reluctant to act due to considerations of conscience or expedience.
  2. To excite scruples in; to cause to scruple.

Words that rhyme with scrupling

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

couplingdecouplingstippling

Related words

misgivingqualmscumblingscampingscurvilyscummingscrapingscroop

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scrupling"?▾

"Scrupling" has 2 syllables: scrupl · ing.

What does "scrupling" mean?▾

Scrupling: To hesitate or be reluctant to act due to considerations of conscience or expedience.

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