How to Pronounce Merrier

To pronounce "merrier", say MERR-ier — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

MERR-ier

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💡 Tip for remembering “merrier”

"merrier" has 2 syllables: merr-ier. It rhymes with barrier and carrier, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: marier — easy to mix up when writing.

What does merrier mean?

adjective

  1. Jolly and full of high spirits.

    “We had a very merry Christmas.”

  2. Festive and full of fun and laughter.

    “Everyone was merry at the party.”

Synonyms

energeticlivelyspiriteddelightfulgladfullushymuzzysquiffy

Antonyms

miserableunhappy

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Words that rhyme with merrier

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

barriercarriervarierterrierburier

Related words

anonhappiergayerhomiercheerierbusiernicerbrighter

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "merrier"?▾

"Merrier" has 2 syllables: merr · ier.

What does "merrier" mean?▾

Merrier: Jolly and full of high spirits.

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