How to pronounce tarter
Say it like TAR-ter. Tarter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TAR).
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- TAR
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tarter 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.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of tarter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TAH-tuh.
What does tarter mean?
- comparative form of tart: more tart How to pronounce tart
Words that rhyme with tarter
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Words that sound like tarter
Questions about saying tarter
How do you pronounce tarter?
Say TAR-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɑrtɚ/. In British English it is /ˈtɑːtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tarter?
Tarter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TAR). Broken into parts: TAR · ter.
Is tarter 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 /ˈtɑːtə/ (TAH-tuh).
What words sound the same as tarter?
Tarter sounds the same as tartar in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.