How to Pronounce Parrying

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

PARRY-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “parrying”

"parrying" has 2 syllables: parry-ing. It rhymes with tarrying and carrying, if that helps it stick.

What does parrying mean?

verb

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

noun

  1. The act of one who parries.

Words that rhyme with parrying

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tarryingcarryingharrying

Related words

counterpunchduckdodgesidestepcircumventevadeeludedeflect

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "parrying"?▾

"Parrying" has 2 syllables: parry · ing.

What does "parrying" mean?▾

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

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