How to Pronounce Mirror

To pronounce "mirror", say MIRR-or — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmɘ.ɹɘ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈmɘ.ɹɘ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mirror”

"mirror" has 2 syllables: mirr-or. It rhymes with nearer and clearer, if that helps it stick.

What does mirror mean?

noun

A smooth surface, usually made of glass with reflective material painted on the underside, that reflects light so as to give an image of what is in front of it.
“I had a look in the mirror to see if the blood had come off my face.”
An object, person, or event that reflects or gives a picture of another.
“His story is a mirror into the life of orphans growing up.”

verb

Of an event, activity, behaviour, etc, to be identical to, to be a copy of.
To create something identical to (a web site, etc.).

Synonyms

glass looking glass

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Words that rhyme with mirror

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

nearer clearer shearer queerer severer dearer bierer

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mirror"?▾

"Mirror" has 2 syllables: mirr · or.

What is the IPA transcription of "mirror"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mirror" is /ˈmɘ.ɹɘ/.

What does "mirror" mean?▾

Mirror: A smooth surface, usually made of glass with reflective material painted on the underside, that reflects light so as to give an image of what is in front of it.

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