How to pronounce blarney
American English pronunciation
BLAR-nee
- IPA
- /ˈblɑɹni/
- Syllables
- BLAR · nee (2 syllables, stress on the 1st)
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What blarney means
Charming talk meant to flatter or fool people
In a sentence: Don't fall for his blarney; he just wants your fries.
Where it comes from: It's named after the Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle in Ireland, which legend says gives the gift of smooth talk.
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