How to Pronounce Swear

To pronounce "swear", say SWEAR — one syllable, IPA /swɛə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

5

Letters

/swɛə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “swear”

"swear" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with despair and glare, if that helps it stick.

What does swear mean?

verb

  1. To take an oath, to promise.
  2. To use offensive, profane, or obscene language.

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Words that rhyme with swear

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

despairglaredebonairbaredeclareaffairflarefairwelfareawareairsquare

Related words

avowavertrustrelyaffirmassertdeponebank

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "swear"?▾

"Swear" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "swear"?▾

The IPA transcription of "swear" is /swɛə/.

What does "swear" mean?▾

Swear: To take an oath, to promise.

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