How to Pronounce Misfired

To pronounce "misfired", say MISF-ir-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

MISF-ir-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “misfired”

"misfired" has 3 syllables: misf-ir-ed.

What does misfired mean?

verb

  1. To fail to discharge properly.
  2. (of an engine) To fail to ignite in the proper sequence.

Related words

miscuedmisdirectedmisplaybackfiringwhiffedmischancemisjudgedmalfunctioned

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "misfired"?▾

"Misfired" has 3 syllables: misf · ir · ed.

What does "misfired" mean?▾

Misfired: To fail to discharge properly.

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