How to Pronounce Tarried

To pronounce "tarried", say TARR-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

TARR-ied

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💡 Tip for remembering “tarried”

"tarried" has 2 syllables: tarr-ied. It rhymes with carried and intermarried, if that helps it stick.

What does tarried mean?

verb

  1. To delay; to be late or tardy in beginning or doing anything.
  2. To linger in expectation of something or until something is done or happens.

Synonyms

abideawaitwait onforestallput offhang abouthang aroundlinger

Words that rhyme with tarried

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

carriedintermarried

Related words

sojournedbiddenbeckonedperambulatemeanderedespiedprevaricatedshew

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tarried"?▾

"Tarried" has 2 syllables: tarr · ied.

What does "tarried" mean?▾

Tarried: To delay; to be late or tardy in beginning or doing anything.

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