To pronounce "tarnish", say TARN-ish — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtɑɹnɪʃ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈtɑɹnɪʃ/
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"tarnish" has 2 syllables: tarn-ish. It rhymes with garnish and varnish, if that helps it stick.
noun
verb
“Careful storage of silver will prevent it from tarnishing.”
“He is afraid that he will tarnish his reputation if he disagrees.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Tarnish" has 2 syllables: tarn · ish.
The IPA transcription of "tarnish" is /ˈtɑɹnɪʃ/.
Tarnish: Oxidation or discoloration, especially of a decorative metal exposed to air.
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