How to Pronounce Tires

To pronounce "tires", say TIR-es — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtaɪ̯ə(ɹ)z/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈtaɪ̯ə(ɹ)z/

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💡 Tip for remembering “tires”

"tires" has 2 syllables: tir-es. It rhymes with friars and desires, if that helps it stick.

What does tires mean?

verb

  1. To become sleepy or weary.
  2. To make sleepy or weary.

noun

  1. Accoutrements, accessories.
  2. Dress, clothes, attire.

verb

  1. To dress or adorn.

Words that rhyme with tires

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

friarsdesiresinquirestranspirespliersfiresretiresacquiresrequiresdriershomebuyerswires

Related words

wearyfatigueoutwearboreexhaust

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tires"?▾

"Tires" has 2 syllables: tir · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "tires"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tires" is /ˈtaɪ̯ə(ɹ)z/.

What does "tires" mean?▾

Tires: To become sleepy or weary.

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