How to pronounce parr
Say it like PAR. Parr is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- PAR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Parr pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of parr
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PAH.
What does parr mean?
- Young salmon, at a stage between fry and smolt when they feed chiefly on invertebrates but cannot tolerate saltwater.
Where does parr come from?
For the salmon life stage, the word originates from the Middle English parren (“to enclose”), referring to the spots running along the side of the fish, resembling the bars of a fence.
Words that rhyme with parr
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of parr.
Words that sound like parr
Questions about saying parr
How do you pronounce parr?
Say PAR. The American pronunciation is /pɑr/. In British English it is /pɑː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in parr?
Parr is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: PAR.
Is parr pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /pɑː/ (PAH).
What words sound the same as parr?
Parr sounds the same as par in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.