How to Pronounce Mishear

To pronounce "mishear", say MISH-ear — 2 syllables, IPA /mɪsˈhɪə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/mɪsˈhɪə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mishear”

"mishear" has 2 syllables: mish-ear. It rhymes with seer and here, if that helps it stick.

What does mishear mean?

verb

  1. To hear wrongly.

    “I misheard when she asked for mints, and gave her mince instead.”

  2. To misunderstand.

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Words that rhyme with mishear

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

seerheretierendearbuccaneerearheardisappearpuppeteerbieroverhearteare

Related words

miscommunicatemiswordmiskenmislearnoverhearmisreadmistakemisanswer

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mishear"?▾

"Mishear" has 2 syllables: mish · ear.

What is the IPA transcription of "mishear"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mishear" is /mɪsˈhɪə(ɹ)/.

What does "mishear" mean?▾

Mishear: To hear wrongly.

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