How to Pronounce "scuttlebutt"
word
ˈskətəɫˌbət
SKUHT-uhl-buht
skˈʌtəlbˌʌt
SKUHT-uhl-buht
Definition
Scuttlebutt refers to gossip, rumors, or unofficial information that people share, especially in workplaces or between friends.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskətəɫˌbət
British English
skˈʌtəlbˌʌt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKUHT-uhl-buht
UK
SKUHT-uhl-buht
Listen in Context
Did you hear the scuttlebutt about our new manager?
The scuttlebutt is that the company will move to a new office.
There’s a lot of scuttlebutt going around after yesterday’s meeting.
What’s the scuttlebutt about the layoffs? Anything official yet?