To pronounce "nearer", say NEAR-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈnɪəɹə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈnɪəɹə/
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"nearer" has 2 syllables: near-er. It rhymes with mirror and clearer, if that helps it stick.
adjective
“I can't see near objects very clearly without my glasses.”
“The end is near.”
preposition
“I'd like to live nearer the office.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Nearer" has 2 syllables: near · er.
The IPA transcription of "nearer" is /ˈnɪəɹə/.
Nearer: Physically close.
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