How to pronounce tarr
Say it like TAR. Tarr is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- TAR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tarr pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of tarr
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TAH.
What does tarr mean?
- Alternative form of tara (“Indian coin”).
Words that rhyme with tarr
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of tarr.
Words that sound like tarr
Questions about saying tarr
How do you pronounce tarr?
Say TAR. The American pronunciation is /tɑr/. In British English it is /tɑː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tarr?
Tarr is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: TAR.
Is tarr 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 /tɑː/ (TAH).
What words sound the same as tarr?
Tarr sounds the same as tar in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.