How to pronounce scutter
Say it like SKUHT-er. Scutter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKUHT).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈskʌtər/SKUHT-er
UK British/ˈskʌtə/SKUHT-uh
- SKUHT
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Scutter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKUHTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of scutter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: SKUHT-uh.
What does scutter mean?
verb
- To run with a light pattering noise; to skitter.“We saw a rat scuttering into a dark corner as we turned on the lights.”
- A hasty run.
- Thin excrement.
Where does scutter come from?
Alteration of scuttle.
Words that rhyme with scutter
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of scutter.
Questions about saying scutter
How do you pronounce scutter?
Say SKUHT-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈskʌtər/. In British English it is /ˈskʌtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in scutter?
Scutter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKUHT). Broken into parts: SKUHT · er.
Is scutter pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈskʌtə/ (SKUHT-uh).