How to Pronounce Fire-eater

To pronounce "fire-eater", say FIR-eeat-er — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

FIR-eeat-er

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💡 Tip for remembering “fire-eater”

"fire-eater" has 3 syllables: fir-eeat-er.

What does fire-eater mean?

noun

  1. A performer who pretends to swallow fire.
  2. A quarrelsome or belligerent person.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fire-eater"?▾

"Fire-eater" has 3 syllables: fir · eeat · er.

What does "fire-eater" mean?▾

Fire-eater: A performer who pretends to swallow fire.

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