Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

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What does scaredy cat mean?
Alternative form of scaredy-cat (“coward”).
Where does scaredy cat come from?
From scared + -y + cat.

How to pronounce scaredy cat

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  4. Repeat and practice — Say “scaredy cat” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.