How to Pronounce Gear

To pronounce "gear", say GEAR — one syllable, IPA /ɡɪə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ɡɪə(ɹ)/

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💡 Tip for remembering “gear”

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

Sounds exactly like: geer, gere — easy to mix up when writing.

What does gear mean?

noun

  1. Equipment or paraphernalia, especially that used for an athletic endeavor.
  2. Clothing; garments.

verb

  1. To provide with gearing; to fit with gears in order to achieve a desired gear ratio.
  2. To be in, or come into, gear.

adjective

  1. Great or fantastic

Synonyms

cogcogwheelgearwheel

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Words that rhyme with gear

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

austeresneerjeercavalierclearseverepeerqueerpremierchevalierinsincereadhere

Related words

paraphernaliaappurtenancescogwheelpitchstuffequipmentequippingchain

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gear"?▾

"Gear" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "gear"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gear" is /ɡɪə(ɹ)/.

What does "gear" mean?▾

Gear: Equipment or paraphernalia, especially that used for an athletic endeavor.

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