How to pronounce tarp
Say it like TARP. Tarp is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- TARP
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tarp pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TARPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of tarp
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TAHP.
What does tarp mean?
- To cover something with a tarpaulin.
Where does tarp come from?
Clipping of tarpaulin.
Words that rhyme with tarp
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of tarp.
Questions about saying tarp
How do you pronounce tarp?
Say TARP. The American pronunciation is /tɑrp/. In British English it is /tɑːp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tarp?
Tarp is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: TARP.
Is tarp 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 /tɑːp/ (TAHP).