How to pronounce terry
Say it like TER-ee. Terry has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TER).
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- TER
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Terry pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of terry
American and British speakers say terry in essentially the same way: /ˈtɛri/ in the US and /ˈtɛri/ in the UK.
British respelling: TER-ee.
What does terry mean?
- English actress (1847-1928)
- a pile fabric (usually cotton) with uncut loops on both sides; used to make bath towels and bath robes
Where does terry come from?
Of uncertain origin, possibly French tiré (“drawn out”), past participle of tirer (“to draw out”).
Words that rhyme with terry
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of terry.
Questions about saying terry
How do you pronounce terry?
Say TER-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɛri/. In British English it is /ˈtɛri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in terry?
Terry has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TER). Broken into parts: TER · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say terry the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtɛri/ and the British form is /ˈtɛri/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.