How to Pronounce Jeer

To pronounce "jeer", say JEER — one syllable, IPA /dʒɪə/. 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

/dʒɪə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “jeer”

"jeer" 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: gere, giere, gier — easy to mix up when writing.

What does jeer mean?

noun

  1. A mocking remark or reflection.

verb

  1. (jeer at) To utter sarcastic or mocking comments; to speak with mockery or derision; to use taunting language.

Synonyms

floutjibemockeryscofftauntderidegibemockridiculesneer

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Words that rhyme with jeer

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

austeresneercavalierclearseverepeerqueerpremierchevalierinsincereadheresteer

Related words

mockeryscoffscoffingfloutbarrackgibetauntderide

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "jeer"?▾

"Jeer" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "jeer"?▾

The IPA transcription of "jeer" is /dʒɪə/.

What does "jeer" mean?▾

Jeer: A mocking remark or reflection.

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