tatters
5 synonyms for tatters, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Torn scraps or shreds of cloth, paper, or similar material.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use tatters
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
in tatters
torn to tatters
Etymology
Related to Old English tættec, meaning a torn scrap or rag.
Full origin of tatters →Frequently asked questions
What does “tatters” mean?
The word “tatters” means torn scraps or shreds of cloth, paper, or similar material. In plain terms, torn shreds — almost always used in the phrase "in tatters," for something ruined or torn to pieces.
How do you pronounce “tatters”?
“Tatters” is pronounced TA-tuhz (/ˈtætɚz/ in IPA).
How do you use “tatters” in a sentence?
Here is “tatters” used in a sentence: “His shirt was reduced to tatters after the hike through the brambles.”
What part of speech is “tatters”?
“Tatters” is a noun.
Where does the word “tatters” come from?
The word “tatters” comes from Old English. Related to Old English tættec, meaning a torn scrap or rag.
