How to pronounce tabard
Say it like TAB-ard. Tabard has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TAB).
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- TAB
- ard
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tabard pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TABSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ardKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of tabard
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat.
British respelling: TAB-ahd.
What does tabard mean?
- A silk banner attached to a bugle or trumpet.
- A sleeveless jerkin or loose overgarment.
Where does tabard come from?
From Old French tabart (“simple sleeveless overtunic; heavy overmantel”), of unknown origin.
Questions about saying tabard
How do you pronounce tabard?
Say TAB-ard. The American pronunciation is /ˈtæbɑrd/. In British English it is /ˈtæbɑːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tabard?
Tabard has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TAB). Broken into parts: TAB · ard.
Is tabard 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 /ˈtæbɑːd/ (TAB-ahd).