How to Pronounce Tearaway

To pronounce "tearaway", say TEAR-aw-ay — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈtɛəɹəweɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈtɛəɹəweɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “tearaway”

"tearaway" has 3 syllables: tear-aw-ay.

What does tearaway mean?

noun

  1. An impetuous and reckless person who is difficult to control; a hothead.

Synonyms

tearabout

Related words

hotheadedbrainishmadcapimpetuousimpulsiveincautioustearertear-cat

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tearaway"?▾

"Tearaway" has 3 syllables: tear · aw · ay.

What is the IPA transcription of "tearaway"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tearaway" is /ˈtɛəɹəweɪ/.

What does "tearaway" mean?▾

Tearaway: An impetuous and reckless person who is difficult to control; a hothead.

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