How to Pronounce "tarnished"
word
ˈtɑɹnɪʃt
TAR-nisht
tˈɑːnɪʃt
TAH-nisht
Definition
If something is tarnished, its surface has lost its shine or it is stained. It can also mean someone’s reputation or image is damaged or less respected.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɑɹnɪʃt
British English
tˈɑːnɪʃt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAR-nisht
UK
TAH-nisht
Listen in Context
The silver spoon was tarnished after years of use.
His once perfect image is now tarnished.
The tarnished trophy needed to be cleaned.
Her reputation was tarnished by the scandal.