How to Pronounce Smartass

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

SMART-ass

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💡 Tip for remembering “smartass”

"smartass" has 2 syllables: smart-ass. It rhymes with ass and pass, if that helps it stick.

What does smartass mean?

noun

  1. One who is particularly insolent, who tends to make snide remarks or jokes.

    “Lots of luck, smartass.”

verb

  1. To talk like a smartass, with a lot of snide remarks.

adjective

  1. Related to or characteristic of a smartass.

    “I have had quite enough of your smartass remarks.”

Synonyms

smart alecsmart alecksmart-alecsmart-aleck

Words that rhyme with smartass

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

asspassimpassebrasscrassmassmorassjackassclasssurpassalaslast

Related words

wiseassdorkdickheaddoofusdumbassdimwitmoronidiot

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "smartass"?▾

"Smartass" has 2 syllables: smart · ass.

What does "smartass" mean?▾

Smartass: One who is particularly insolent, who tends to make snide remarks or jokes.

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