How to Pronounce Pear-shaped

To pronounce "pear-shaped", say PEARSH-ap-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

11

Letters

PEARSH-ap-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “pear-shaped”

"pear-shaped" has 3 syllables: pearsh-ap-ed.

What does pear-shaped mean?

adjective

  1. Having a shape or cross-section like the cross-section of a pear.

Synonyms

lecythiformpyriform

Related words

pearshapedobpyriformbell-shapedpyroidp-shapedhourglass-shapedshapedcone-shaped

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pear-shaped"?▾

"Pear-shaped" has 3 syllables: pearsh · ap · ed.

What does "pear-shaped" mean?▾

Pear-shaped: Having a shape or cross-section like the cross-section of a pear.

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