Scrooge McDuck is a popular character from the world of Disney. The spelling of the word "Scrooge" is pronounced as /skruːdʒ/, with the beginning sound being "sk", the "oo" sound as in "moon", the "dʒ" sound as in "jungle", and the word is ended with a hard "g" sound. The surname "McDuck" is pronounced as /ˈmækˌdʌk/, where the "a" sound is pronounced as in "back", the "d" sound is pronounced as in "dog", the "u" sound is pronounced as in "hut", and the "ck" sound is pronounced with a hard "k".
Scrooge McDuck is a fictional character created by Carl Barks in 1947. He is a prominent figure in the Disney universe, known for his iconic appearance, shrewd personality, and vast wealth. Scrooge McDuck is a Scottish anthropomorphic duck who is portrayed as an extremely rich and miserly businessman.
Scrooge McDuck is characterized by his strong work ethic, unwavering determination, and relentless pursuit of his financial interests. His primary motivation is the accumulation and preservation of wealth, and he is portrayed as engaging in various capitalist ventures. Scrooge McDuck is often depicted as immersed in his vast money bin, where he frequently dives into a sea of coins, symbolizing his immense fortune.
Despite his initial portrayal as a cold-hearted and stingy individual, Scrooge McDuck also possesses a deep sense of family and loyalty. He is the uncle of Donald Duck and the great-uncle of Huey, Dewey, and Louie, with whom he often embarks on adventurous expeditions and treasure hunts.
The character of Scrooge McDuck has become synonymous with extreme wealth and stinginess, often used colloquially to describe someone who is overly concerned with money and material possessions. Additionally, Scrooge McDuck has become a cultural icon, representing the epitome of financial success and the embodiment of the "rags-to-riches" narrative.