How to Pronounce Tardiness

To pronounce "tardiness", say TARD-in-ess — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

TARD-in-ess

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💡 Tip for remembering “tardiness”

"tardiness" has 3 syllables: tard-in-ess. It rhymes with hardiness, if that helps it stick.

What does tardiness mean?

noun

  1. The state or quality of being tardy.
  2. The result or product of being tardy.

Synonyms

latenesstardity

Antonyms

earlinesspunctuality

Words that rhyme with tardiness

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

hardiness

Related words

latenesslagdilatorinessslownesssluggishnessdelaygloombackwardness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tardiness"?▾

"Tardiness" has 3 syllables: tard · in · ess.

What does "tardiness" mean?▾

Tardiness: The state or quality of being tardy.

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