To pronounce "appears", say APP-ears — 2 syllables, IPA /əˈpiːɹz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/əˈpiːɹz/
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"appears" has 2 syllables: app-ears. It rhymes with sneers and tears, if that helps it stick.
verb
“A great writer appeared at that time.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Appears" has 2 syllables: app · ears.
The IPA transcription of "appears" is /əˈpiːɹz/.
Appears: To come or be in sight; to be in view; to become visible.
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