How to Pronounce Tarrying

To pronounce "tarrying", say TARRY-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

TARRY-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “tarrying”

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

What does tarrying 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.

noun

  1. The act of one who tarries; a waiting or staying behind.

Synonyms

abideawaitwait onforestallput offhang abouthang aroundlinger

Words that rhyme with tarrying

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

carryingparryingharrying

Related words

tarriancelingeringtarringtetheringstowingtapingtollagetotting

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tarrying"?▾

"Tarrying" has 2 syllables: tarry · ing.

What does "tarrying" mean?▾

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

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