How to Pronounce Fire

To pronounce "fire", say FIR-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfɑeə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈfɑeə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fire”

"fire" has 2 syllables: fir-e. It rhymes with desire and inquire, if that helps it stick.

What does fire mean?

noun

  1. A (usually self-sustaining) chemical reaction involving the bonding of oxygen with carbon or other fuel, with the production of heat and the presence of flame or smouldering.
  2. An instance of this chemical reaction, especially when intentionally created and maintained in a specific location to a useful end (such as a campfire or a hearth fire).

    “We sat about the fire singing songs and telling tales.”

Synonyms

blazeconflagrationinferno

Words that rhyme with fire

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

desireinquirespireacquireesquirepyrepriorsirequagmireenquiretwirerequire

Related words

fuelflameblastflamingburnkindleenkindlesack

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fire"?▾

"Fire" has 2 syllables: fir · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "fire"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fire" is /ˈfɑeə(ɹ)/.

What does "fire" mean?▾

Fire: A (usually self-sustaining) chemical reaction involving the bonding of oxygen with carbon or other fuel, with the production of heat and the presence of flame or smouldering.

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