How Do You Spell SCRAMBLES?

Pronunciation: [skɹˈambə͡lz] (IPA)

The word "scrambles" is spelled with the letter combination "mb" which can be confusing for some English speakers. The correct pronunciation of "scrambles" is /ˈskræmbəlz/ with the stress on the first syllable. The "mb" combination is a rare occurrence in English and is often replaced with a simpler sound, such as "m" or "n." However, in this case, the "mb" is necessary to maintain the correct pronunciation of the word.

SCRAMBLES Meaning and Definition

  1. Scrambles is a verb that has multiple meanings based on the context in which it is used. Here are two common definitions of "scrambles":

    1. In the context of physical movements or actions, scrambles refers to the act of hurriedly or hastily moving in a disorganized or uncontrolled manner. It involves quick, often chaotic, movements to achieve a certain objective or to escape from a difficult situation. For instance, during a fire drill, people may scramble to exit the building in an orderly and expedited manner. Similarly, in a sports game, players may scramble to grab a loose ball, showing quick and uncoordinated movements to gain possession.

    2. In the context of cooking, scrambles refers to a dish made by mixing together various ingredients. Typically used in relation to eggs, a scramble involves beating the eggs and then cooking them along with additional ingredients such as vegetables, cheeses, or meats. The mixture is then continually stirred and agitated in a pan or skillet until the eggs are cooked, resulting in a combination of flavors and textures. Examples of egg scrambles include a classic scrambled eggs dish made with butter or a more elaborate preparation like a vegetable scramble or a cheesy bacon scramble.

    In summary, the term "scrambles" can refer either to hurried and uncontrolled movements or to a dish made by mixing ingredients, particularly in the context of cooking eggs.

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Etymology of SCRAMBLES

The word "scrambles" originated from Middle English "scrambel", which was derived from Old English "scremlian" or "scermian". These Old English forms are related to the Middle Dutch word "schremmen", which means to "to be in motion" or "to move quickly". In its early usage, "scrambles" was primarily used to describe the rapid or disorderly movement of things or people. Over time, the term expanded to include various activities involving quick movement or confusion, such as scrambled eggs or word scrambles.

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Conjugate verb Scrambles

CONDITIONAL

I would scramble
we would scramble
you would scramble
he/she/it would scramble
they would scramble

FUTURE

I will scramble
we will scramble
you will scramble
he/she/it will scramble
they will scramble

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have scrambled
we will have scrambled
you will have scrambled
he/she/it will have scrambled
they will have scrambled

PAST

I scrambled
we scrambled
you scrambled
he/she/it scrambled
they scrambled

PAST PERFECT

I had scrambled
we had scrambled
you had scrambled
he/she/it had scrambled
they had scrambled

PRESENT

I scramble
we scramble
you scramble
he/she/it scrambles
they scramble

PRESENT PERFECT

I have scrambled
we have scrambled
you have scrambled
he/she/it has scrambled
they have scrambled
I am scrambling
we are scrambling
you are scrambling
he/she/it is scrambling
they are scrambling
I was scrambling
we were scrambling
you were scrambling
he/she/it was scrambling
they were scrambling
I will be scrambling
we will be scrambling
you will be scrambling
he/she/it will be scrambling
they will be scrambling
I have been scrambling
we have been scrambling
you have been scrambling
he/she/it has been scrambling
they have been scrambling
I had been scrambling
we had been scrambling
you had been scrambling
he/she/it had been scrambling
they had been scrambling
I will have been scrambling
we will have been scrambling
you will have been scrambling
he/she/it will have been scrambling
they will have been scrambling
I would have scrambled
we would have scrambled
you would have scrambled
he/she/it would have scrambled
they would have scrambled
I would be scrambling
we would be scrambling
you would be scrambling
he/she/it would be scrambling
they would be scrambling
I would have been scrambling
we would have been scrambling
you would have been scrambling
he/she/it would have been scrambling
they would have been scrambling

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