Full Lyrics
Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!
Even though the sound of it is something quite atrocious,
If you say it loud enough, you'll always sound precocious,
Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!
Um diddle diddle diddle, um diddle ay!
Um diddle diddle diddle, um diddle ay!
Because I was afraid to speak when I was just a lad,
Me father gave me nose a tweak and told me I was bad.
But then one day I learned a word that saved me aching nose,
The biggest word you ever heard and this is how it goes!
About This Song
"Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious" was written by the Sherman Brothers (Robert and Richard Sherman) for the 1964 film Mary Poppins. The word itself, at 34 letters long, has become one of the most famous made-up words in the English language.
Children are fascinated by the sheer length and silliness of the word. Learning to say it — and eventually spell it — becomes a badge of honour among young kids. The song encourages confidence in speaking up.
Beyond the fun, the song carries a meaningful message: words have power, and having the right words can help you express yourself in any situation.