How to Pronounce Admire

To pronounce "admire", say ADM-ir-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ədˈmaɪə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/ədˈmaɪə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “admire”

"admire" has 3 syllables: adm-ir-e. It rhymes with inquire and spire, if that helps it stick.

What does admire mean?

verb

  1. To be amazed at; to view with surprise; to marvel at.
  2. To regard with wonder and delight.

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Words that rhyme with admire

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

inquirespireesquirefiretwirerequiresquireinspireaspireexpirequireperspire

Related words

wonderlikeenjoyapplaudadorewelcomeappreciateawe

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "admire"?▾

"Admire" has 3 syllables: adm · ir · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "admire"?▾

The IPA transcription of "admire" is /ədˈmaɪə/.

What does "admire" mean?▾

Admire: To be amazed at; to view with surprise; to marvel at.

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