How to Pronounce Parried

To pronounce "parried", say PARR-ied — 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

PARR-ied

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💡 Tip for remembering “parried”

"parried" has 2 syllables: parr-ied. It rhymes with harried and varied, if that helps it stick.

What does parried mean?

verb

  1. To avoid, deflect, or ward off (an attack, a blow, an argument, etc.).

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Words that rhyme with parried

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harriedvariedburiedferriedcarriedmarriedunmarriedberriedremarried

Related words

deflectedpalmedvolleyedcannonedfizzedgoalwardflickedlobbed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "parried"?▾

"Parried" has 2 syllables: parr · ied.

What does "parried" mean?▾

Parried: To avoid, deflect, or ward off (an attack, a blow, an argument, etc.).

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