How to Pronounce Marred

To pronounce "marred", say MARR-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /mɑɹd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/mɑɹd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “marred”

"marred" has 2 syllables: marr-ed. It rhymes with regard and disregard, if that helps it stick.

What does marred mean?

verb

  1. To spoil; to ruin; to scathe; to damage.

adjective

  1. Of a person, perplexed or troubled
  2. Of a child, spoilt, cosseted, overly indulged

Words that rhyme with marred

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

regarddisregardhardretardsafeguardvanguardbarredavant-gardediscardjarredcourtyardshard

Related words

damagedblemishedscarreddefacedconfusedperturbedtroubledfrustrated

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "marred"?▾

"Marred" has 2 syllables: marr · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "marred"?▾

The IPA transcription of "marred" is /mɑɹd/.

What does "marred" mean?▾

Marred: To spoil; to ruin; to scathe; to damage.

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