How to Pronounce Heirs

To pronounce "heirs", say HEIRS — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “heirs”

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

Sounds exactly like: airs, errs, ayres — easy to mix up when writing.

What does heirs mean?

noun

  1. Someone who inherits, or is designated to inherit, the property of another.
  2. One who inherits, or has been designated to inherit, a hereditary title or office.

Synonyms

beneficiaryinheritor

Words that rhyme with heirs

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

airstearsnightmaresforebearsaffairsdownstairsunawaresglaresupstairsbackstairstheirs

Related words

inheritorheritorsuccessorassignsbeneficiariesdependantsdependentsdescendants

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "heirs"?▾

"Heirs" has one syllable.

What does "heirs" mean?▾

Heirs: Someone who inherits, or is designated to inherit, the property of another.

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