How to Pronounce Scuffling

To pronounce "scuffling", say SCUFFL-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

SCUFFL-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “scuffling”

"scuffling" has 2 syllables: scuffl-ing. It rhymes with ruffling and muffling, if that helps it stick.

What does scuffling mean?

verb

  1. To fight or struggle confusedly at close quarters.
  2. To walk with a shuffling gait.

noun

  1. A confused struggle

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Words that rhyme with scuffling

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rufflingmufflingreshuffling

Related words

tusslerough-and-tumblescrambleshambleshufflehasslescrabblingscrabble

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scuffling"?▾

"Scuffling" has 2 syllables: scuffl · ing.

What does "scuffling" mean?▾

Scuffling: To fight or struggle confusedly at close quarters.

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