How to Pronounce Charivari

To pronounce "charivari", say CHAR-iv-ar-i — 4 syllables, IPA /ʃɑːɹɪˈvɑːɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

charivari

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ʃɑːɹɪˈvɑːɹi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “charivari”

"charivari" has 4 syllables: char-iv-ar-i.

What does charivari mean?

noun

  1. The noisy banging of pots and pans as a mock serenade to a newly married couple, or similar occasion.
  2. (by extension) Any loud, cacophonous noise or hubbub.

Synonyms

rough musicskimmingtonskimmityskimmity-ride

Related words

callithumpchivareeshivareebellingcallathumpcasseroladechirringchirper

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "charivari"?▾

"Charivari" has 4 syllables: char · iv · ar · i.

What is the IPA transcription of "charivari"?▾

The IPA transcription of "charivari" is /ʃɑːɹɪˈvɑːɹi/.

What does "charivari" mean?▾

Charivari: The noisy banging of pots and pans as a mock serenade to a newly married couple, or similar occasion.

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