English Expression · Intermediate
scale off
To peel off
Pronunciation: say scale off
Meaning
To peel or flake off in small pieces.
Example
Perhaps the surface of the red brick, long unpainted, had scaled off a little more here and there.
Perhaps the surface of the red brick, long unpainted, had scaled off a little more here and there.
Practice tips
- Practice scale off out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.