How to Pronounce Swarthy

To pronounce "swarthy", say SWARTHY — one syllable, IPA /ˈswɔɹði/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈswɔɹði/

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💡 Tip for remembering “swarthy”

"swarthy" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with seaworthy and dorothy, if that helps it stick.

What does swarthy mean?

noun

  1. A swarthy person.

adjective

  1. Tawny, dusky, dark.
  2. Dark-skinned.

Synonyms

blackduskysablesooty

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Words that rhyme with swarthy

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seaworthydorothyhorthydorthy

Related words

swartdark-skinnedbrunettebrunetduskydarkswartyfuscous

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "swarthy"?▾

"Swarthy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "swarthy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "swarthy" is /ˈswɔɹði/.

What does "swarthy" mean?▾

Swarthy: A swarthy person.

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