How to Pronounce Squire

To pronounce "squire", say SQUIR-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈskwaɪə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈskwaɪə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “squire”

"squire" has 2 syllables: squir-e. It rhymes with inquire and spire, if that helps it stick.

What does squire mean?

noun

  1. A shield-bearer or armor-bearer who attended a knight.
  2. A title of dignity next in degree below knight, and above gentleman. See esquire.

verb

  1. To attend as a squire.
  2. To attend as a beau, or gallant, for aid and protection.

Synonyms

escort

Words that rhyme with squire

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

inquirespireesquirefiretwirerequireinspireaspireexpirequireperspirebackfire

Related words

gallantsireseigneurchiefequerrylordesquiresenor

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "squire"?▾

"Squire" has 2 syllables: squir · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "squire"?▾

The IPA transcription of "squire" is /ˈskwaɪə/.

What does "squire" mean?▾

Squire: A shield-bearer or armor-bearer who attended a knight.

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