How to Pronounce Ear

To pronounce "ear", say EAR — one syllable, IPA /ɪə̯/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ɪə̯/

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💡 Tip for remembering “ear”

"ear" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with seer and here, if that helps it stick.

What does ear mean?

noun

  1. The organ of hearing, consisting of the pinna, auditory canal, eardrum, malleus, incus, stapes and cochlea.
  2. The external part of the organ of hearing, the auricle.

verb

  1. To take in with the ears; to hear.
  2. To hold by the ears.

Words that rhyme with ear

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

seerheretierendearbuccaneerheardisappearpuppeteerbieroverheartearequaere

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ear"?▾

"Ear" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "ear"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ear" is /ɪə̯/.

What does "ear" mean?▾

Ear: The organ of hearing, consisting of the pinna, auditory canal, eardrum, malleus, incus, stapes and cochlea.

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