How to pronounce scoundrel
Say it like SKOWN-drul. Scoundrel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKOWN).
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- SKOWN
- drul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Scoundrel pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKOWNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- drulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of scoundrel
American and British speakers say scoundrel in essentially the same way: /ˈskaʊndrəl/ in the US and /ˈskaʊndrəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: SKOWN-drul.
What does scoundrel mean?
- A mean, worthless fellow; a rascal; a villain; a person without honor or virtue.
Where does scoundrel come from?
From earlier scondrel, scondrell, skoundrell, skowndrell, of unknown origin.
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Questions about saying scoundrel
How do you pronounce scoundrel?
Say SKOWN-drul. The American pronunciation is /ˈskaʊndrəl/. In British English it is /ˈskaʊndrəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in scoundrel?
Scoundrel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKOWN). Broken into parts: SKOWN · drul.
Do Americans and Brits say scoundrel the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈskaʊndrəl/ and the British form is /ˈskaʊndrəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.